Laboratory and Facilities Coordinator

Job Description - Laboratory and Facilities Coordinator (41150)

Job Description

Laboratory and Facilities Coordinator - 41150

University Staff

Description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: School of Medicine Dean's Office | Office of Research

Job Title: Laboratory and Facilities Coordinator

Position #: 00853378 - Requisition #: 41150

Job Summary:

This position will be responsible for day-to-day oversight of research lab spaces occupied by the School of Medicine on the Anschutz Medical Campus, including equipment and facilities. This individual will provide guidance to faculty, staff, and students by interpreting school, university, state, and federal guidelines, policies, and regulations as they affect the school's spaces and to ensure compliance is maintained. This position will also act as a research lab liaison between the School of Medicine Dean's Office and the School of Medicine Departments/Divisions/Sections/Centers/Cores that are housed within research lab space to provide a focal point for information and to help facilitate various building issues. Collaboration with, but not limited to, Facilities Management, Institutional Planning, Environmental Health and Safety, Security Badging, Information Technology, and Asset Management will be critical to the duties of this position. This position will also assist with special projects related to lab utilization and efficiency of lab space.

Supervision Received:

This position reports to the Laboratory and Facilities Project Manager.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Management (60%)

• Ensure laboratory space compliance with university, state, and regulatory requirements, serving as a resource to lab occupants on applicable standards and procedures.

• Coordinate and support laboratory construction, renovation, and space improvement projects, including scope review, stakeholder engagement, participation in planning meetings, and project implementation through completion.

• Serve as the primary liaison between laboratory occupants and campus partners, including Facilities Management and Environmental Health & Safety, regarding building standards, moves, equipment monitoring systems, hazardous materials management, and related operational needs.

• Manage laboratory space transitions, including incoming and outgoing labs, equipment placement, work order coordination, and required signage updates.

• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with faculty, staff, departments, and campus service units to support research space operations.

• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve issues related to laboratory space, equipment, facilities, and emergency situations.

Administrative Coordination (30%)

• Support space utilization and research productivity initiatives through inventory management, data collection, analysis, reporting, and strategic space planning.

• Maintain accurate records of laboratory, office, freezer, equipment, and biobank space assignments, including associated documentation and signage.

• Manage and maintain operational resources and working documents related to laboratory space, shared building resources, equipment inventories, and storage capacity planning.

• Coordinate laboratory furniture and equipment redistribution efforts, matching available resources with departmental needs and promoting efficient space utilization.

Sustainability (10%)

• Lead efforts to repurpose, rehome, and responsibly dispose of laboratory equipment, furniture, and supplies to maximize resource utilization and reduce waste.

• Partner with laboratories and campus sustainability stakeholders to implement process improvements, enhance communication, and support sustainability initiatives.

• Identify and implement innovative solutions for managing, organizing, and storing laboratory resources more efficiently.

This description is a summary only and describes the general level of work being performed; it is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time and/or based on business need. We reserve the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/or hiring authority.

Work Location:

Hybrid - this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of four (4) days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.

Why Join Us:

The University of Colorado School of Medicine offers comprehensive, lifelong, interdisciplinary learning for health care professionals. With state-of-the-art laboratories for discovery and innovation, a commitment to decreasing health disparities and increasing health equity, and faculty who provide world-class clinical care, the CU School of Medicine is transforming the health care landscape.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation, and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options

• Dental: Multiple plan options

• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision

• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay

• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year

• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)

• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)

• Holiday Days: 15/year

• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses

• ECO Pass: Reduced-rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree in planning, business administration, physical or biological sciences, facilities management, construction management, or a directly related field from an accredited institution.

• Substitution: A combination of education and related technical/military/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis.

• Four (4) years of laboratory management experience.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with building administration.

• Experience reviewing and interpreting architectural drawings to support facility planning, renovation, construction, or space utilization projects.

• Experience evaluating renovation project scopes and reviewing associated cost estimates to assess feasibility, budget impacts, and project requirements.

Conditions of Employment:

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide work visa sponsorship or employment authorization for this position now or in the future.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills, with the ability to prioritize competing demands, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while exercising sound judgment, taking direction as needed, and coordinating complex projects and responsibilities.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to effectively explain policies, processes, and procedures to diverse audiences.

• Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships at all levels of the organization.

• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, video conferencing platforms, and business communication technologies, including phone systems and professional communication etiquette.

• Demonstrated leadership ability and commitment to supporting organizational mission, vision, goals, and operational objectives.

• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information with discretion, professionalism, and attention to detail.

• Strong problem-solving skills, sense of urgency, and ability to analyze issues, identify solutions, and drive work to completion.

• Professional demeanor with proven ability to successfully perform at a high level of responsibility and accountability.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

• A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

• Curriculum vitae / Resume

• Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Questions should be directed to: Cody Rester at Cody.Rester@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until the position is filled. For best consideration, apply within two (2) weeks from the posting date.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $76,237 to $102,158.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students, and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine-preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety-sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.

Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References

Job Category

: Facilities/Labor,Trades & Crafts

Primary Location

: Hybrid

Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20029 - SOM-DEAN DO ADMINISTRATION

Schedule

: Full-time

Posting Date

: Sep 18, 2026

Unposting Date

: Ongoing

Posting Contact Name: Cody Rester

Posting Contact Email: Cody.Rester@cuanschutz.edu

Position Number: 00853378