Organization's Summary Statement:
IBBR is a joint research enterprise of the University of Maryland, College Park, the University of Maryland, Baltimore, and the National Institute of Standards and Technology. IBBR leverages state-of-art integrative methods for bioanalytical, biophysical and structural characterization of biomolecules: cryo-electron microscopy, nuclear magnetic resonance, x-ray crystallography, small angle neutron and x-ray scattering and mass spectrometry. IBBR researchers seek to advance therapeutic development, biomanufacturing, and state-of-the-art measurement technologies, to support accelerated delivery of safe and effective medicines to the public. IBBR is a major initiative and supported in part by the University of Maryland Strategic Partnership: MPowering the State (MPower), an initiative designed to achieve innovation and impact through collaboration.
Coordinator will support specialized research environments at IBBR, the greenhouse, Plant Transformation Facility (PTF), Insect Transformation Facility (ITF), and other areas that need additional support beyond basic lab support (e.g., gas delivery and maintenance). Responsibilities include the coordination of facility use, operations and maintenance, procurement of consumable supplies, capital equipment and service contracts and staff assigned.
Physical Demands:
Work is performed in both an office environment and in the lab. Coordinator will be required to perform hands-on tasks as well as to inspect the work of others, which will require the ability to work in hazardous or irritating environments, including tight spaces, lifting up to 50lbs, bending, stooping, working at heights, and other adverse conditions. Coordinator must be able to wear and work in personal protective equipment. This position is considered to be "Essential Personnel" subject to 24 hour 7 day/week span of operations. Work is generally performed during normal working hours however it is expected that those in this position work whenever necessary to ensure the facility is running safely and efficiently at all times.
Licenses/ Certifications:
Must maintain a valid class C Maryland Driver's license or equivalent with fewer than 6 points.
Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience: One (1) year of experience in a lab management.
Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
Knowledge of laboratory environments.
Knowledge of regulatory agency regulations, policies and guidance.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in the use of Microsoft Office and Google Workspace products.
Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.
Ability to multitask while demonstrating a commitment to customer service.
Preferences:
10+ years of experience working in an academic laboratory research setting.
**Work location: 9600 Gudelsky Drive, Rockville MD 20850**
Required Application Materials:
Cover Letter
Resume
List of 3 references
Best Consideration Date: 06/03/2026
Posting Close Date: 06/10/2026
Open Until Filled: No
Medical Clearance for Driving a Vehicle (ex Commercial Drivers License)
No
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CMNS-IBBR
Staff Regular
$77,280 to $92,736
For more information on Regular Exempt benefits, select this link
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.
The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.
The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.
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