Mandate The Laboratory Instructor position supports the School of Molecular Life Sciences commitment to high-quality experiential education by providing students with practical hands-on learning opportunities in a laboratory setting. The role bridges theoretical knowledge and practical application, ensuring students develop essential technical skills, critical thinking and protected laboratory practices.

The Laboratory

Instructor role contributes to an inclusive and engaging learning environment, supports academic program objectives and advances UVic’s goals of teaching excellence and student success.

Objectives

Reporting to the Senior Laboratory Instructor, the Laboratory Instructor is responsible for the organization, preparation, teaching and assessment of the Molecular Life Sciences laboratory classes. These responsibilities involve managing and coordinating Learning Management Systems and integrated learning tools, pretesting, pre-lab lectures, demonstrating techniques, evaluating students' practical skills and knowledge, and assisting with problems students may encounter. The lab instructor coordinates and trains teaching assistants and work study students.





This position also carries responsibility for the enforcement of correct safety procedures in the laboratory course. Occasionally hours in the evenings and on the weekends may be necessary.

This position requires a level of education, training, and experience equivalent to a BSc in Molecular Life Sciences, Biochemistry or Microbiology plus 2 years of relevant experience. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered. Research experience considered an asset.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

- A thorough understanding of microbiology and biochemistry and associated methods and techniques;
- Demonstrated organizational skills.
- Demonstrated time management skills
- Ability to collaborate, build and maintain positive relationships with diverse individuals and work effectively in a team environment.
- Ability to adapt to changing technologies and willingness to remain up to date on scientific discoveries in related fields of study.
- Willingness to work flexible hours on occasion including weekends and/or evenings.

📌 Laboratory Instructor (Victoria)
🏢 University of Victoria
📍 Victoria