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Position Information

Position Number	004592
Position Title	Program Coordinator, Laboratory of Infectious Diseases - 004592
Division	College of Medicine
Department	720400 - Microbiology
Minimum Qualifications	Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited institution as approved and accepted by the University of South Alabama and two years of related experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Preferred Qualifications
Job Description Summary	The University of South Alabama’s department of Microbiology and Immunology is seeking to hire a Program Coordinator, Laboratory of Infectious Diseases (LID). Interested candidates should apply to be considered.

Essential Functions

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Essential Functions	Assists with the administration and operation of the Laboratory of Infectious Diseases (LID) and its associated biocontainment facilities. Coordinates and documents annual laboratory inspections to ensure compliance with federal, state, institutional, biosafety, and security requirements; facilitates corrective actions for identified deficiencies. Maintains and updates LID Biosafety, Incident Response, and Security plans and associated records; coordinates drills and training exercises for each. Maintains personnel training records respirator fit-test documentation, and visitor logs/training records. Coordinates onboarding of new personnel, annual refresher training, and facility access requirements for authorized personnel and visitors. Ensures access to the facility and specific laboratories is limited to appropriately trained and approved individuals. Coordinates enrollment of authorized users in Occupational Health Program (OHP) and respiratory protection programs. Manages communal PPE, supplies, and decontamination materials, including PAPRs, scrubs, footwear, towels, and related inventory. Performs routine safety and compliance activities, including eyewash and safety shower checks, autoclave validations, and maintenance of shared equipment records. Assists in writing and/or evaluating standard operating procedures (SOPs) for routine safety and compliance activities. Coordinates facility maintenance and service requests for laboratory spaces and equipment. Receives visitors according to facility protocols and assist with facility tours as required. Monitors deliveries and aid with delivery/receipt of research specimen shipments. Reports suspicious packages, incidents, occupational exposures, thefts, losses, or releases in accordance with institutional and regulatory requirements. Serves a Building Safety Coordinator and support Department of Safety and Environmental Compliance (SEC) initiatives. Tracks facility-related costs, including oversight of maintenance contracts and other service-related expenses. Schedules LID Oversight Committee meetings and maintains meeting minutes and other related documentation. Orders supplies for shared laboratory spaces and office spaces. Assists with purchasing and budget tracking activities for LID principal investigators (PIs). Assists the LID Director with special projects and performs molecular, microbiological, or laboratory support as needed. Regular and prompt attendance. Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required. Related duties as required.

Essential Functions

Assists with the administration and operation of the Laboratory of Infectious Diseases (LID) and its associated biocontainment facilities.
Coordinates and documents annual laboratory inspections to ensure compliance with federal, state, institutional, biosafety, and security requirements; facilitates corrective actions for identified deficiencies.
Maintains and updates LID Biosafety, Incident Response, and Security plans and associated records; coordinates drills and training exercises for each.
Maintains personnel training records respirator fit-test documentation, and visitor logs/training records.
Coordinates onboarding of new personnel, annual refresher training, and facility access requirements for authorized personnel and visitors.
Ensures access to the facility and specific laboratories is limited to appropriately trained and approved individuals.
Coordinates enrollment of authorized users in Occupational Health Program (OHP) and respiratory protection programs.
Manages communal PPE, supplies, and decontamination materials, including PAPRs, scrubs, footwear, towels, and related inventory.
Performs routine safety and compliance activities, including eyewash and safety shower checks, autoclave validations, and maintenance of shared equipment records.
Assists in writing and/or evaluating standard operating procedures (SOPs) for routine safety and compliance activities.
Coordinates facility maintenance and service requests for laboratory spaces and equipment.
Receives visitors according to facility protocols and assist with facility tours as required.
Monitors deliveries and aid with delivery/receipt of research specimen shipments.
Reports suspicious packages, incidents, occupational exposures, thefts, losses, or releases in accordance with institutional and regulatory requirements.
Serves a Building Safety Coordinator and support Department of Safety and Environmental Compliance (SEC) initiatives.
Tracks facility-related costs, including oversight of maintenance contracts and other service-related expenses.
Schedules LID Oversight Committee meetings and maintains meeting minutes and other related documentation.
Orders supplies for shared laboratory spaces and office spaces.
Assists with purchasing and budget tracking activities for LID principal investigators (PIs).
Assists the LID Director with special projects and performs molecular, microbiological, or laboratory support as needed.
Regular and prompt attendance.
Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required.
Related duties as required.

Posting Information

Number of Vacancies	1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date	05/21/2026
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Working Days	Monday - Friday
Working Hours	8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Job Location	Main Campus
Full-time or Part-Time	Full Time
Regular or Temporary	Regular

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Are you at least 18 years of age?
- Yes
- No
* Do you have a legal right to work in the United States?
- Yes
- No
* The University of South Alabama typically does not sponsor individuals for staff positions. Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status?
- Yes
- No
* What is the highest level of education you have completed?
- Less than High School
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Associates Degree
- Bachelors Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
- Masters Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
- Terminal Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
* How many years of related experience do you have?
- Less than 1 year
- Between 1 - 3 years
- Between 3 - 5 years
- Between 5 - 7 years
- More than 7 years
* How did you hear about this position?
- USA website
- LinkedIn
- Zip Recruiter
- Indeed
- HigherEd Jobs
- Alabama Career Center / Alabama Works
- Facebook
- Word of mouth
- Other

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The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis. If you feel you have been discriminated against, please notify the Equal Employment Opportunity Investigator or the Associate Vice President, Finance and Administration/CHRO.

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Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
The University of South Alabama publishes certain crime statistics for the most recent three-year period as required by the Jeanne Clery Act. The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the school. The report, along with additional information, is available online at: http://www.southalabama.edu/departments/police/resources/fireandsafetyreport.pdf. You may also request a paper copy from the University Police office located at 290 Stadium Blvd, Beta Gamma Commons Building, Mobile, AL 36688.

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