Teaching Labs Manager

Teaching Labs Manager

Department: CAS Human Physiology

Appointment Type and Duration: Regular,
Ongoing

Salary: $58,000 - $64,000/year

Compensation Band: OS-OA06-Fiscal Year
2026-2027

FTE: 1.0

Application Review Begins

September 27, 2026; position open until filled.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Complete applications should include:

1. A current CV/resume that outlines your educational and work
experience. These details are used to determine if applicants meet
the qualifications of this position.

2. A cover letter that describes your qualifications for the
position; your experience working with students, teaching
assistants, staff, or trainees; and your approach to creating
effective and engaging lab learning experiences.

3. Names and contact information for three (3) professional
references. Candidates will be notified prior to references being
contacted.

Department Summary

The College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) is the intellectual hub of
the University of Oregon, serving nearly two-thirds of all
students. Home to more than 800 faculty across 50+ departments and
programs in the humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences,
CAS is a dynamic and interdisciplinary academic community. Our
faculty and advisors work closely with students to develop critical
thinking, analytical reasoning, and clear communication skills to
address real-world challenges. CAS staff and managers are integral
to this work, playing vital roles in supporting academic excellence
and advancing the mission of both the College and the
University.

The UO Department of Human Physiology is home to undergraduate and
graduate students who desire strong training in human physiology
and anatomy that will prepare them for careers in medicine, allied
health professions, and biomedical research.

At the undergraduate level, future researchers, educators,
physicians, physical therapists and other health care providers
receive comprehensive, multidisciplinary training in the physical,
biological, and chemical sciences that prepares them well for
entrance into most professional health care-related programs. Human
Physiology students also examine the health sciences from a
perspective that explores the functional and structural mechanisms
underlying human movement across health and disease, using a
variety of physiological methods, ranging from biochemical and
systems techniques through whole body analysis.

The graduate program develops researchers and health professionals
who are creative thinkers and innovators capable of generating new
knowledge in the physiological sciences. To this end, the
department has several outstanding, funded laboratories that use
physiological and engineering methods to evaluate human subjects
under a broad spectrum of experimental conditions. The Department's
faculty members recognize that cutting-edge translational research,
from basic physiological mechanisms through integrative systems
physiology related to health, human movement, and physical
activity, has a major influence on disease treatment and
prevention. Consequently, in the performance of their research,
they routinely collaborate with physicians and other clinical
personnel.

Position Summary

The Teaching Lab Manager manages the primary teaching labs for
Human Physiology Department, utilizing specialized expertise and
technical skills in anatomy and physiology to function as a subject
matter expert to facilitate undergraduate labs in a unit serving
approximately 1200 undergraduate majors. This position has primary
responsibility and broad authority for all aspects of the unit's
instructional lab prep, including the health, safety, equipment,
and supply needs for the associated classes.

This position helps supervise and support the undergraduate and
graduate student teaching assistants and is responsible for the
preparation and training of lab teaching assistants, maintaining
lab supplies and equipment, and updating lab materials and content.
The position reports to the Department Head for Human Physiology
but primarily works with Instructors of Record (IOR) under minimal
supervision.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelors degree related to anatomy and physiology.
• One (1) year of experience with human-based physiology lab

instruction.

Professional Competencies

• General knowledge of computer systems used in physiological labs

for data collection and analysis.

• Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse population and

contribute to institutional diversity, equity, and inclusion
efforts.

• Ability to work in complex frameworks, analyze and prioritize

information, and convert ideas and objectives into actions.

• Ability to learn new skills quickly and adapt well to

changes.

• Ability to assess situations independently and determine what

steps are required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree related to anatomy and physiology.
• Previous experience teaching in college or university-level

setting.

• Experience with human cadaver dissection and/or willingness to

learn and train with cadaver dissection.

• Supervision or lead work experience.

FLSA Exempt: Yes

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful
completion of a background check.

The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits
package to eligible employees, including health insurance,
retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about
benefits, visit our
website.

The University of Oregon is an equal-opportunity institution
committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans
with Disabilities Act. The University encourages all qualified
individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any
protected status, including veteran and disability status. The
University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to
applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an
accommodation in connection with the application process, please
email us or call
541-346-5112.

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national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender
expression, pregnancy (including pregnancy-related conditions),
age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including
family medical history), ancestry, familial status, citizenship,
service in the uniformed services (as defined in federal and state
law), veteran status, expunged juvenile record, and/or the use of
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laws, and policies. Retaliation is prohibited by UO policy.
Questions may be referred to the Office of Equal Opportunity and
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procedures are listed
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To apply, visit https://careers.uoregon.edu/en-us/job/536961

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