Job Title: Neuroscience Lab Coordinator

Department: Psychology

Campus Location: Main Campus

FLSA Status: Nonexempt/ Hourly

Position Type/ Work Schedule

• 1040 Hours per year
• 12 Months per year
• 20-25 Hours per week (Estimated)

About Us

Colorado College is a nationally recognized, residential liberal arts college with 2,100 students from around the world. Employees set the stage for student success by bringing their diverse experience and knowledge to the table. The college actively promotes a dynamic and inclusive environment in which students and employees of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives can learn and work. 

Job Summary

The part-time Neuroscience Laboratory Coordinator supports the dynamic work of our Neuroscience teaching and research labs. In this role, you will play a hands-on part in preparing and maintaining laboratory materials—including reagents, equipment, and animal care—to ensure smooth daily operations. You will collaborate closely with faculty, staff, and students to facilitate engaging lab instruction and advancing research activities. This position also contributes to fostering a safe learning and research environment by supporting coordination of departmental safety efforts.

Responsibilities

• Manage Neuroscience wet laboratory spaces, to include maintaining and training students on the use of major laboratory equipment, order and maintain stock of supplies and chemicals, and keep spaces clean and safe.
• Prepare solutions, equipment, and supplies for Neuroscience laboratory exercises and research.
• Assist in the teaching of Neuroscience and Psychology laboratory exercises and the mentoring of students; holding office hours to answer student questions.
• Promote a culture of safety and environmental protection in the laboratory by working in a safe manner and participating in appropriate safety training, training students on safe handling, storage, and disposal of chemicals, and maintaining an updated inventory of chemicals and MSDS information.
• Assist the Psychology Paraprofessional and Colony Keeper in the care and use of vertebrate and invertebrate animals, conforming to all animal care and use-related federal and state regulations as put forth by the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC).
• Perform and troubleshoot common animal-model laboratory techniques and protocols (e.g., behavioral testing, perfusions and brain extractions, histological techniques) during the school year and the summer to assist faculty and research students.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in neuroscience, psychology, biology, chemistry, or related laboratory field plus research experience in one or more of these fields;
• Demonstrated knowledge of basic wet laboratory and animal handling skills;
• Excellent organizational and communication skills; a sense of responsibility; ability to manage time and work priorities; ability to work under minimal supervision, think critically and solve problems related to lab protocols and equipment; strong attention to detail and reliability, good judgment and willingness to learn; ability to work with a team effectively;
• Ability to understand complex regulations concerning chemicals, biological materials, and animal research safety;
• Proficient with computer software programs such Microsoft Office.

Physical requirements include prolonged standing and sitting, frequent bending, reaching, and walking; occasionally moderate physical effort (lifting up to 50 pounds). Exposure to chemicals, mechanical, electrical, biological, animals, and/or other hazards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in psychology, biology, neuroscience, chemistry, or a related field;
• Experience working and managing in a research laboratory environment;
• Experience working with students;
• Hardware and software experience relevant to neuroscience research, basic programming skills (e.g., Matlab, Python, R).

Applicants are welcome to apply even if you do not meet the preferred qualifications. We value diverse perspectives and encourage individuals with a genuine interest in the role to submit their applications. 

Other Position Details:

• Does not supervise others
• Position will not drive CC vehicles

Application Instructions

• Application Deadline - last day to submit an application: July 1, 2026
• This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.  

In alignment with our commitment to reduce potential bias in hiring, applicants may redact any information that discloses their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance/graduation from educational institutions on resumes, certifications, transcripts, or other application materials. There will be no penalties for the omission of such information.

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range:

• $22.63 to $27.16 per hour 

What We Offer:

As part of the total compensation for Staff and Faculty roles, we offer a competitive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid sick time - accrual of 0.0462 hours of sick time for each hour worked
• Paid seasonal breaks and holidays
• 403(b) retirement plans where employees contribute 5% of pay and CC contributes 10%
• Tuition benefits for employee and eligible dependents
• Wellness benefits include free access to the sports center, swimming pool, arts and crafts, outdoor programs, and financial consultants

Benefits and Wellness Information:

Please refer to our Benefits Page

Accommodation Statement:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and Colorado College’s policies, if you have a disability and would like to request accommodations to support your application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at HR@coloradocollege.edu as early as possible. Positions may close on the listed deadline or, if posted as continuous, may close without prior notice.

E-Verify Information:

This organization participates in E-Verify. For more information, visit www.e-verify.gov

Leave Information:

Please refer to https://www.coloradocollege.edu/basics/welcome/leadership/policies/vacation-leave-and-accrual.html