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A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position. Job Summary We are seeking a proactive Seasonal CIT Laboratory Service Coordinator to coordinate daily operations and support instructional labs across the College of Innovation & Technology (CIT). In this dynamic role, you will apply specialized, foundational skills to ensure seamless day-to-day teaching operations, jumping in to solve frequently non-routine operational challenges. Specifically, we are looking to hire individuals for the following areas: Engineering & Technology Biology Chemistry & Biochemistry This is a 10-month seasonal leave, full-time non-exempt hourly position at 40 hours a week (100% effort) from August 1 - May 31, 2026. The CIT Laboratory Service Coordinators report directly to the Director of Laboratory Operations & Development. Responsibilities* Functional Supervision (15%): Functional supervision of prep attendants in respective areas In conjunction with the Natural Sciences Laboratory Classroom Supervisor , completes team inspections of teaching laboratories Develops and updates policies, procedures, and standards for classroom laboratories, as needed Course Preparation and Support (55%): Provide laboratory set up and support to assigned courses and others as determined by supervisor Maintain updated prep documents Works with Natural Science Lab Support Supervisor where appropriate to update lab manuals Operational Support: (20%) Assist instructor and student with immediate, non-routine technical or logistical lab needs Perform regular inventory of assigned spaces (no ordering), including consumable counts Create list of tasks for weekly prep assistants Assist with dishes, lab clean up, and chemical prep where needed Safety & Compliance (10%): Provide regularly safety check-ins on assigned teaching laboratories to ensure policy adherence Maintain clean, organized, and secure laboratory environments according to university standards Required Qualifications* Two or more years of relevant experience in area of specialization Bachelor's Degree or equivalent education and/or experience Knowledge of and familiarity with laboratory safety policies and procedures Knowledge of and familiarity with common lab equipment Why Work at U-M Flint? In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family, and plan for a secure future.

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Include Generous time off A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions after 12 months of eligible service with immediate vesting. Many choices for comprehensive health insurance Life insurance Long-term disability coverage Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses. Eligibility for benefits based on your job group, your appointment percentage and the length of your appointment. Learn more about employee benefits and eligibility from the UM Human Resources Benefits and Wellness webpage. UM-Flint offers tuition support for eligible UM-Flint staff members. In addition, UM-Flint offers dependent tuition support (DTS) for qualified dependents of faculty and staff from all UM campuses. Information can be found at: https://www.umflint.edu/hr/benefits/. Information about our vision, mission and values can be found at: https://www.umflint.edu/chancellor/leadership-mission-vision/ Modes of Work Onsite The work requires, or the supervisor approves a fully onsite presence. Onsite is defined as a designated U-M owned or leased work location within or outside of the State of Michigan. Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes. Work Locations The primary work location for these positions are in CIT Labs on the Flint Campus. All labs are currently located in the Murchie Science Building. Union Affiliation This position is included in the bargaining unit represented by the University Staff United (USU), which represents bargaining unit members in all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment. Background Screening The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Application Deadline Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. U-M EEO Statement The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Job Opening ID 284603 Working Title CIT LABORATORY SERVICE COORDINATOR (ONSITE) Job Title LABORATORY/CLASSROOM SVCS COOR Work Location Flint Campus Flint, MI Modes of Work Onsite Full/Part Time Full-Time Regular/Temporary Regular FLSA Status Nonexempt Organizational Group Flint Cit Department Flint Math & Natural Sciences Posting Begin/End Date 10/22/2026 - 11/12/2026 Salary $18.17 - $22.69 Career Interest University Staff United (USU)