Laboratory Services Supervisor I-College of Sciences, Biology, Health and the Environment

Location: San Antonio, TX

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Job ID: 13928

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Org Marketing Statement

The University of Texas at San Antonio is a Tier One research university and a Hispanic Serving Institution specializing in cybersecurity, health, fundamental futures, and social-economic transformation. With more than 35,000 students, it is the largest university in the San Antonio region. UTSA advances knowledge through research and discovery, teaching and learning, community engagement and public service, and with an intentional focus on career readiness the university produces more graduates for the workforce than any other institution in the region. It is a catalyst for socioeconomic development and the commercialization of intellectual property — for Texas, the nation and the world. UTSA has been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more online, on UTSA Today or on X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, Facebook, YouTube or LinkedIn.

In 2024, the UT System Board of Regents authorized UT System to begin integrating UTSA and UT Health San Antonio into one unified institution, establishing a world-class university that integrates academic, research, and clinical excellence to build a profoundly impactful university of the future. Driven by a vision for growth and impact, this merger will expand capacity to offer robust undergraduate and graduate programs, attract top-tier faculty and staff, develop innovative initiatives, and elevate transdisciplinary research to address the evolving needs of the region.

Posting End Date: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 09/09/2025. At the discretion of the hiring department, this position posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

Salary Range: Up to $46,200 annualized, commensurate with education, experience and qualifications.

Hours: up to 40 hours per week, exempt.

Required Application Materials:

• Resume is required.
• Cover Letter is preferred.

Essential Functions

Job Summary

Provide oversight and supervision of scientific teaching laboratories and related technical staff.

Core Responsibilities

1. Responsible for the laboratory set-up and efficient operations of scientific teaching laboratories.
2. Supervises technical staff who assist in laboratory preparation and maintenance, including partial supervision of laboratory instructors (TAs and lecturers).
3. Assists in instructing students on the use of instrumentation.
4. Orders chemicals and equipment for scientific teaching laboratories; maintains an up-to-date inventory of chemicals in the teaching laboratories and chemical stockroom.
5. Orders, maintains and performs minor repairs on teaching instrumentation.
6. Responsible for safe handling of chemicals and disposal of chemical and glass waste.
7. Provides safety instruction for laboratory classes.
8. Assists in planning and sets up the chemical section of stockrooms.
9. Updates chemical and equipment inventories.
10. Delivers safety instruction to students.
11. Takes a proactive approach to assist co-workers in various tasks, to ensure safety.
12. Performs work tasks in a safe manner and in accordance with work instructions.
13. Proactively makes recommendations to improve safety.
14. Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related area from an accredited institution.
• One (1) year experience in laboratory supervision or laboratory instruction.
• This position requires the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UTSA and its infrastructure.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of sources of supplies relating to the laboratory experiments.
• Good personnel and organizational skills.
• Use and maintenance of chemical laboratory teaching instrumentation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Additional Information

• UTSA is a tobacco free campus.
• This is a security sensitive position. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.
• Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.
• Valid driver's license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) as applicable.

Working Conditions

Working Environment:

• Standard laboratory environment.
• Some exposure to hazardous materials and chemicals.

Physical Demands:

• Must have the ability to perform physical labor in moving stocks and maintaining laboratory storerooms and teaching laboratories in a clean and orderly condition.

This position will be primarily located on campus. Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility.

Equal Employment Opportunity

As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. UTSA campuses are accessible to persons with disabilities.