Recruitment for the post of Senior Laboratory Instructor
About this Opportunity The University of Victoria is one of Victoria’s largest employers and one of Canada’s best diversity employers. Together we are more than 5,000 dedicated faculty, librarians and staff supporting the University of Victoria’s diverse academic programs, world-class research and commitment to civic engagement. The salary range for this position is: Recruitment range: $79,376- $87,518. Starting salary is determined in accordance with the PEA Collective Agreement. Performance range: Up to $103,243. Progression beyond the recruitment range is available through annual performance increases, in accordance with the PEA Collective Agreement. Job Summary Mandate:The School of Molecular Life Sciences in the Faculty of Science is a dynamic academic and research-intensive school, offering undergraduate degrees in Molecular Life Sciences and graduate degrees in Biochemistry or Microbiology. The school offers an experiential based undergraduate laboratory program ranging from second to fourth year. The Senior Laboratory Instructor position is a vital component of the highly regarded undergraduate laboratory program. Reporting to the Administrative Officer, this position provides teaching coverage to all three levels of laboratory courses, participates in curriculum development and updates, and directly supervises Laboratory Instructors and Central Services staff. The Senior Laboratory Instructor works with Occupational Health, Safety and Environment and the Administrative Officer to create a safe teaching laboratory environment for both students and staff. This position is responsible for ensuring uninterrupted delivery of laboratory courses through leading lab set ups, completing pretest experiments and ensuring all necessary supplies are ordered in a timely fashion. Objectives: Support academic quality and program excellence. Continuously improve lab courses by integrating new technology and current scientific practices. Drive ongoing modernization and enhancement of laboratory curriculum. Provide leadership to the instructors and Central Services team. Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and shared best practices. Create and promote equity, diversity, inclusion and respectful environments for students and for the teaching team. Create and maintain a culture of safety and regulatory compliance. Job Requirements This position requires a level of education, training, and experience equivalent to a master’s degree in Biochemistry or Microbiology plus minimum 3 years of experience in a related research or instructional position. This experience must include teaching in a post-secondary institution. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered. PhD would be considered an asset. Knowledge, skills, and abilities Commitment to valuing diversity and leading an inclusive and respectful working and learning environment. Demonstrated administrative and organizational skills. Demonstrated experience leading and motivating a team of professionals. Ability to identify and analyze issues, develop solutions, and implement effective strategies to achieve desired outcomes. Ability to collaborate, build and maintain positive relationships with diverse individuals and work effectively in a team environment. Superior communication skills, both written and verbal Strong time-management skills, with ability to multi-task, prioritize, make decisions independently and consistently meet deadlines Territory Acknowledgement: We acknowledge and respect the Lək̓ʷəŋən (Songhees and Xʷsepsəm/Esquimalt) Peoples on whose territory the university stands, and the Lək̓ʷəŋən and WSÁNEĆ Peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day. Equity Statement: UVic is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion and human rights in our living, learning and work environments. In pursuit of our values, we seek members who are eager to actively participate in that shared responsibility. We actively encourage applications from members of historically and systemically marginalized groups. Apply Now