Who doesn’t want this to be their office?
MdBio Foundation is hiring! We’re now accepting applications for our next mobile laboratory instructor. If you want to apply, please send your resume with a statement of qualifications.
Position: Mobile Laboratory Instructor
Position description
The Mobile Laboratory Instructor is an enthusiastic individual who presents laboratory activities in a mobile laboratory for high school students and teachers. The Instructor provides instruction to high school students and teachers aboard the MdBioLab, a custom designed mobile laboratory inside a 45-foot tractor-trailer that travels to schools throughout Maryland. Instructors present current and relevant hands-on laboratory activities to students. This is a full-time, Monday through Friday, year-round position.
Responsibilities include:
- Teaching high school laboratory activities and extended or enrichment opportunities to Maryland students
- Laboratory preparation, set-up and clean up
- Present and revise curriculum, activities and materials
- Assist with coordinating and conducting professional development for educators
- Coordinate and schedule moving, location and routine vehicle maintenance for the mobile laboratory
- Track equipment, supply and reagent levels and order as necessary
- Inspect laboratory instruments and equipment and test periodically to ensure functioning within specified standards; coordinate and schedule all necessary repairs and preventative maintenance as needed
Position requirements:
- Minimum of a B.S. in science or education required; one year STEM professional or teaching experience preferred
- This position requires an individual with outstanding attitude and customer service who is friendly, outgoing and has the ability to work well as part of a team
- The Instructor must be able to work independently with initiative to manage own workload without much supervision
- The Instructor must be flexible and adapt well in unpredictable situations
- Extensive travel with possible overnight stays throughout Maryland is required; the Instructor must have own transportation and be available for day, evening and occasional weekend functions
The Fine Print
- MdBio Foundation offers many benefits to its employees, including paid leave, health insurance, 401(k), and tuition reimbursement. The candidate will be selected for hire based on the following criteria: Education, experience, subject area of expertise, communication skills, minimum of three professional references, background check, and availability. Salary range is $35,000 – $45,000.
To Apply
- To apply, please send your resume with a statement of qualifications.
