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We are seeking a Teaching Laboratory Coordinator Lead who will provide laboratory management support to faculty and students and oversee the daily operations of a laboratory designed to train students in undergraduate and graduate schools. The Teaching Laboratory Coordinator Lead provides specialized knowledge to maximize student learning. The Teaching Laboratory Coordinator Lead implements and maintains safety protocols, tracks equipment use, schedules and performs maintenance, and regulates access to laboratory areas.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
- Maintain the safety of the lab environment and of the students.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable departmental, university, federal, state, and local safety environmental regulations.
- Serve as a liaison between faculty and students and JHU operations and facilities as needed to address laboratory facility issues.
- Develop and recommend processes/procedures/policies to ensure efficiency in lab operations; provide training on recommended changes to relevant staff, students, and faculty.
- Provides specialized knowledge to assist students with technical and/or theoretical questions regarding equipment and experiments.
- Develop or recommend new equipment or testing techniques to improve the lab’s capabilities.
- Communicate with key stakeholders such as faculty, staff, students, and vendors to resolve issues and ensure smooth operation of all lab activities in a timely manner.
- Monitor and schedule preventative maintenance on equipment.
- Oversee delivery and installation of capital equipment.
- Maintain records of all equipment and instruments and coordinate with other areas as needed for tagging, inventorying, and disposing of capital equipment.
- Triage and respond to general inquiries for faculty and students on lab safety.
- Attend required department or school meetings.
- Create/revise/implement systems or procedures to improve workflow and efficiency.
- Coordinate or self-perform inspections to make preventive and corrective actions necessary to maintain a safe environment.
- Maintain working knowledge of protocols and reporting associated with laboratory objectives.
- Coordinate ordering of supplies and equipment, interacting and negotiating with outside vendors, and internal finance staff.
- Other duties as assigned.
In addition to the duties described above:
- Serve as the Instructor of Record for introductory lab courses, overseeing curriculum design, syllabus development, and the academic integrity of courses that enroll over 700 students per semester.
- Conceive, design, and implement new laboratory experiments and instructional materials (manuals, videos, and presentations) grounded in current Physics Education Research (PER) and experimental best practices.
- Integrate modern data acquisition and analysis techniques into the lab curriculum, providing specialized support for Python-based data processing and LaTeX-driven technical documentation.
- Develop and deliver comprehensive technical and safety training programs for the teaching lab instructional team, including weekly preparatory meetings to ensure consistent delivery of the curriculum. Author and maintain comprehensive documentation to care for and troubleshoot all laboratory apparatus and data acquisition systems.
- Collaborate with other members of the Instructional Resource Group to design, maintain, and deliver high-impact lecture demonstrations for introductory courses.
- Help manage the annual laboratory and demonstration budget for the strategic procurement of capital equipment and the negotiation of purchases with vendors.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
- Three years of related experience.
- Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience teaching Introductory Physics.
- A physics education research (PER) person with an interest in labs and plenty of technical skills.
TECHNICAL SKILLS & EXPECTED LEVEL OF PROFICIENCY
- Lab Equipment Management - Developing
- Laboratory Safety - Developing
- Order Management - Developing
- Regulatory Compliance - Developing
- SOP Development - Developing
- Stakeholder Engagement - Developing
- Troubleshooting and Technical Problem Solving - Developing
The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs.
CLASSIFIED TITLE: Teaching Laboratory Coordinator
JOB POSTING TITLE (WORKING TITLE): Teaching Laboratory Coordinator Lead (Physics & Astronomy)
ROLE/LEVEL/RANGE: ACRP/03/MC
STARTING SALARY RANGE: $48,000 - $84,100 Annually (Commensurate w/exp.)
EMPLOYEE GROUP: Full Time
SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
LOCATION: Homewood Campus
DEPARTMENT NAME: Physics and Astronomy
PERSONNEL AREA: School of Arts & Sciences
INTRODUCTION
We are seeking a Teaching Laboratory Coordinator Lead who will provide laboratory management support to faculty and students and oversee the daily operations of a laboratory designed to train students in undergraduate and graduate schools. The Teaching Laboratory Coordinator Lead provides specialized knowledge to maximize student learning. The Teaching Laboratory Coordinator Lead implements and maintains safety protocols, tracks equipment use, schedules and performs maintenance, and regulates access to laboratory areas.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
- Maintain the safety of the lab environment and of the students.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable departmental, university, federal, state, and local safety environmental regulations.
- Serve as a liaison between faculty and students and JHU operations and facilities as needed to address laboratory facility issues.
- Develop and recommend processes/procedures/policies to ensure efficiency in lab operations; provide training on recommended changes to relevant staff, students, and faculty.
- Provides specialized knowledge to assist students with technical and/or theoretical questions regarding equipment and experiments.
- Develop or recommend new equipment or testing techniques to improve the lab’s capabilities.
- Communicate with key stakeholders such as faculty, staff, students, and vendors to resolve issues and ensure smooth operation of all lab activities in a timely manner.
- Monitor and schedule preventative maintenance on equipment.
- Oversee delivery and installation of capital equipment.
- Maintain records of all equipment and instruments and coordinate with other areas as needed for tagging, inventorying, and disposing of capital equipment.
- Triage and respond to general inquiries for faculty and students on lab safety.
- Attend required department or school meetings.
- Create/revise/implement systems or procedures to improve workflow and efficiency.
- Coordinate or self-perform inspections to make preventive and corrective actions necessary to maintain a safe environment.
- Maintain working knowledge of protocols and reporting associated with laboratory objectives.
- Coordinate ordering of supplies and equipment, interacting and negotiating with outside vendors, and internal finance staff.
- Other duties as assigned.
In addition to the duties described above:
- Serve as the Instructor of Record for introductory lab courses, overseeing curriculum design, syllabus development, and the academic integrity of courses that enroll over 700 students per semester.
- Conceive, design, and implement new laboratory experiments and instructional materials (manuals, videos, and presentations) grounded in current Physics Education Research (PER) and experimental best practices.
- Integrate modern data acquisition and analysis techniques into the lab curriculum, providing specialized support for Python-based data processing and LaTeX-driven technical documentation.
- Develop and deliver comprehensive technical and safety training programs for the teaching lab instructional team, including weekly preparatory meetings to ensure consistent delivery of the curriculum. Author and maintain comprehensive documentation to care for and troubleshoot all laboratory apparatus and data acquisition systems.
- Collaborate with other members of the Instructional Resource Group to design, maintain, and deliver high-impact lecture demonstrations for introductory courses.
- Help manage the annual laboratory and demonstration budget for the strategic procurement of capital equipment and the negotiation of purchases with vendors.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
- Three years of related experience.
- Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience teaching Introductory Physics.
- A physics education research (PER) person with an interest in labs and plenty of technical skills.
TECHNICAL SKILLS & EXPECTED LEVEL OF PROFICIENCY
- Lab Equipment Management - Developing
- Laboratory Safety - Developing
- Order Management - Developing
- Regulatory Compliance - Developing
- SOP Development - Developing
- Stakeholder Engagement - Developing
- Troubleshooting and Technical Problem Solving - Developing
The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs.
CLASSIFIED TITLE: Teaching Laboratory Coordinator
JOB POSTING TITLE (WORKING TITLE): Teaching Laboratory Coordinator Lead (Physics & Astronomy)
ROLE/LEVEL/RANGE: ACRP/03/MC
STARTING SALARY RANGE: $48,000 - $84,100 Annually (Commensurate w/exp.)
EMPLOYEE GROUP: Full Time
SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
LOCATION: Homewood Campus
DEPARTMENT NAME: Physics and Astronomy
PERSONNEL AREA: School of Arts & Sciences
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Laboratory Jobs at Johns Hopkins University Jobs
Tailor credentials to JHU lab divisions
Johns Hopkins hires laboratory staff across distinct divisions, including the School of Medicine, Bloomberg School of Public Health, and Applied Physics Laboratory. Align your CV to the specific division's research focus, not just a generic laboratory skill set.
Verify OPT STEM extension eligibility early
Many laboratory roles at JHU qualify under STEM-designated programs. Confirm your degree's CIP code qualifies before accepting an offer, since the 24-month STEM OPT extension requires your employer to be E-Verify enrolled, which JHU is.
Search open laboratory positions through Migrate Mate
Find current laboratory openings at Johns Hopkins filtered by visa sponsorship type on Migrate Mate. Targeting roles already listed with sponsorship history saves time compared to cold-applying and hoping the position qualifies.
Expect H-1B filing tied to academic cycles
Because JHU operates on academic and grant cycles, many laboratory positions are filled ahead of the October 1 H-1B start date. Start your application process by February to align with the USCIS April 1 filing window.
Request documentation of prevailing wage compliance
For H-1B laboratory roles, DOL requires JHU to certify your wage meets the prevailing wage for the position's SOC code and location. Reviewing the certified Labor Condition Application before signing your offer confirms the role is properly classified.
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Find Laboratory at Johns Hopkins University JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Johns Hopkins University sponsor H-1B visas for Laboratorys?
Yes, Johns Hopkins University sponsors H-1B visas for qualifying laboratory positions. The role must meet the USCIS specialty occupation standard, meaning it requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field directly related to the job. Laboratory roles in research, diagnostics, and biomedical science at JHU commonly meet this threshold, particularly those tied to grant-funded projects or academic departments.
How do I apply for Laboratory jobs at Johns Hopkins University?
Applications for laboratory positions at Johns Hopkins go through the JHU Careers portal at jobs.jhu.edu. Each posting specifies the hiring department and required qualifications. Migrate Mate also lists Johns Hopkins laboratory openings filtered by visa sponsorship type, which makes it easier to identify roles where international sponsorship has been used before you invest time in applying.
Which visa types does Johns Hopkins University commonly use for Laboratory roles?
Johns Hopkins supports several visa categories for laboratory staff. H-1B is the most common for full-time specialty occupation roles. F-1 OPT and CPT are used for students completing degree programs with laboratory components. TN status is available for Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying scientific roles. For senior or permanent laboratory positions, JHU has pursued EB-2 and EB-3 immigrant visa sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process.
What qualifications does Johns Hopkins University expect for Laboratory positions?
Minimum qualifications vary by role, but most laboratory positions require at least a bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as biology, chemistry, public health, or a related biomedical discipline. Research-focused roles often require a master's degree or doctoral training. Hands-on experience with specific techniques, instruments, or laboratory software relevant to the hiring department's work is typically required, not just general laboratory exposure.
How long does the visa sponsorship process take for a Laboratory role at Johns Hopkins?
Timeline depends on visa type. F-1 OPT authorization from USCIS takes up to 90 days and should be filed well before your program end date. H-1B sponsorship follows the April 1 filing window with an October 1 start date, so you're looking at a six-month lead time at minimum. If JHU pursues PERM-based Green Card sponsorship for a permanent laboratory role, expect 18 to 36 months from initiation to an approved immigrant petition.
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