Lab Coordinator and Instructional Support Specialist

The Departments of Environmental Studies and Marine Science at St. Mary’s College of Maryland are accepting applications for the position of Lab Coordinator and Instructional Support Specialist, beginning December 1, 2026. The salary range is $55,000 to $60,000, depending on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

Applicants must have a Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Marine Science, or a related field, or a Bachelor’s degree with documented equivalent experience. Candidates with Master's degrees are preferred. Candidates must have the ability to work well with students and faculty in a small, liberal-arts college. Preference will be given to candidates with teaching experience or experience working with students.

Preference is also given to candidates who have experience in working with laboratory safety, and with technical expertise in scientific lab equipment and scientific field equipment. Candidates are expected to have excellent oral and written communication skills, and proven attention to detail and organizational ability.

The responsibilities and duties of the Lab Coordinator and Instructional Support Specialist will be multifaceted and include teaching six lab sections per year, managing inventory of lab supplies, maintaining laboratory resources and laboratory instructional materials, and other related duties. This position reports to the Dean of the North Division which houses the departments of Environmental Studies and Marine Science.

St. Mary's College of Maryland, the National Public Honors College, is located in Historic St. Mary's City, 70 miles southeast of Washington, D.C. St. Mary’s College is one of the nation’s best public liberal arts colleges – ranked near the top in U.S. News & World Report and a Best Value for in-state and out-of-state students.

Non-sectarian since its founding, the college with its scenic waterfront campus is primarily undergraduate and residential, with a diverse coeducational student body numbering approximately 1600. The up-to-date curriculum is designed for today’s students who want an active, hands-on education led by professors who are committed teachers and experts in their fields.

The quality of life is enhanced by the recreational opportunities of the Chesapeake region and close proximity to the amenities of Washington D.C., Baltimore and Richmond.

Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Marine Science, or a related field, or a Bachelor’s degree with documented equivalent experience. Candidates with Master's degrees are preferred. Any combination of acceptable education and experience, which has provided the necessary knowledge and skills to fulfill the requirements of this position, may be considered.

Employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check.

St. Mary's College (www.smcm.edu) embodies diversity and inclusion in its mission. We create an environment that recognizes the value of individual and group differences, and we encourage inquiries from applicants who will contribute to our cultural and ethnic diversity. Application materials should be submitted online at https://apply.

interfolio.com/195694 and include: Cover Letter Resume Three (3) Professional References Questions may be directed to Sahar Shafqat, Dean, at sshafqat@smcm.edu. Review of resumes will begin October 30, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.