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COORDINATOR, LABORATORY, College of Arts & Sciences, Anthropology

Job Description

COORDINATOR, LABORATORY, College of Arts & Sciences, Anthropology

Category

Charles River Campus --> Professional

Job Location

BOSTON, MA, United States

Tracking Code

25500053991220

Posted Date

1/8/2026

Salary Grade

Grade 47

Expected Hiring Range Minimum

$62,525.00

Expected Hiring Range Maximum

$81,175.00

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training and internal pay comparison. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Position Type

Full-Time/Regular

Established in 1873, Arts and Sciences is Boston University's largest and most academically diverse unit, encompassing over 8,400 undergraduates, 2,000 graduate students, 800 faculty members, and 300 staff across 50 departments, programs, centers, and institutes. Our faculty are award-winning researchers, innovative teachers, and dedicated mentors committed to exploring the complexities of our present and past, uncovering new perspectives, and crafting creative solutions to real-world problems. Our staff are dynamic, mission-driven professionals who foster community, inclusion, and belonging to advance every aspect of the college enterprise. Our community thrives on collaboration, bold ideas, and interdisciplinary exploration. Join us in supporting the pursuit of knowledge that changes the world and provides boundless opportunities to inspire the next generation of leaders. We offer generous benefits, including health, dental, and life insurance, tuition remission, retirement savings, paid time off, and holiday leave. Position Summary: Boston Universitys Anthropology Department and Archaeology Program seek a Laboratory Coordinator to oversee the safety, compliance, and operations of research and teaching laboratories. This role ensures lab users are trained in safe practices, maintains lab equipment and collections, and supports faculty, staff, and student research activities. The coordinator reports to the Department Administrator and serves as a liaison with BU Facilities Management and Planning. Key Responsibilities: Ensure lab safety and regulatory compliance for chemicals, biological samples, and hazardous materials. Manage laboratory and field equipment, procurement, and vendor relations. Maintain inventories of teaching and research collections, including biological and archaeological samples. Conduct lab trainings and safety orientations for students and staff. Support room and space management, lab maintenance, and departmental events.

Required Skills

Bachelors Degree Required (Biological Anthropology, Archaeological Science, Biology, Chemistry training preferred.) and 1-3 years of relevant work experience. Cover Letter Required.

_We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor._

Required Skills

**Job Location:** BOSTON, MA

**Position Type:** Full-Time/Regular

**Salary Grade:** $62,525.00-$81,175.00

To apply, visit https://jobs.silkroad.com/BU/External/jobs/316253 (https://apptrkr.com/6841489)

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