Instructional Lab Specialist

Position Summary This position is responsible for identifying appropriate experiments for undergraduate and graduate Architecture, Design and the Arts instructional laboratories, including laboratory set-up, support and maintenance. Develop lab policies for all of the instructional labs in the College. Duties Responsibilities Recommend, implement and oversee the set-up of laboratory tests and experiments for graduate and undergraduate instructional laboratories in industrial design, architecture, art other related topics. Design, develop, construct and demonstrate equipment needed for instructional laboratories. Assist in updating laboratory manuals based on professor/course requirements. Train Teaching Assistants on conducting instructional labs with students. Evaluate need for new equipment, make recommendations and advise on procurement process. Evaluate laboratory equipment, examine and document performance. Oversee the procurement of laboratory equipment, materials and supplies. Train faculty and students on proper procedures and lab safety. Develop and manage the use and safety policies for all the instructional labs in the College (Project, Fabrication, Photo, Sculpture, Moving Image, New Media, Digital, Industrial Design, Graphic Design, etc.). Advise and assist in the development and execution of capital improvement projects involving the labs and instructional facilities. Manage lab access for students and faculty; maintain records. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.