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Physics Laboratory Supervisor/Instructional Assistant

Position Number: 9848076
Location: Brockport, United States
Position Type: Science - Physics

Physics Laboratory Supervisor/Instructional Assistant

SUNY Brockport

Salary: $64,474.00 Annually
Location: SUNY Brockport
Job Type: Temporary Professional Full-Time
Job Number: 2600428
Division: College of Arts and Sciences
Department: Physics
Opening Date: 09/22/2026
Closing:
Bargaining Unit:

Founded in 1835, State University of New York (SUNY) Brockport is an exceptional regional comprehensive public university that offers high-quality undergraduate and graduate degree programs in the arts, business, education, health, humanities, social sciences, and STEM. The University's curriculum is grounded in the liberal arts and sciences and emphasizes experiential learning.

Located only a few miles from Lake Ontario in a quaint "Village on the Erie Canal," SUNY Brockport is conveniently situated between the cities of Rochester and Buffalo - the fourth and second largest cities in New York State. Inspiring excellence through growth, engagement, and transformation is our mission. Join the inclusive community of dedicated faculty, staff, and students who together are Building a Better Brockport!

SUNY Brockport has a strong commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an affirmative action equal opportunity employer. We welcome individuality and encourage you to utilize your unique talents and bring your skills as we collaboratively strive to build meaningful lives and vibrant communities.

SUMMARY

SUNY Brockport is accepting applications for a Laboratory Supervisor/Instructional Assistant in the Department of Physics. The ideal candidate will have the background and enthusiasm necessary to oversee and teach introductory physics and astronomy labs, maintain the organization of the teaching labs, and work with faculty to improve lab experiments. The Lab Supervisor/Instructional Assistant will be aware of the content of our laboratory courses on a weekly basis, will be actively involved in organizing equipment, will troubleshoot laboratory activities, and will teach lab sections or courses. They will perform a variety of technical tasks related to physics laboratory operations, including the procurement, testing, and maintenance of scientific equipment. They will also be responsible for inventorying equipment and supplies, and making recommendations for purchases necessary to facilitate teaching and research objectives. The Lab Supervisor/Instructional Assistant will have the opportunity to support and engage with Physics faculty and students in educational and research activities. This is a temporary, one-year professional position with the possibility of renewal. The anticipated start date for this position is January 2027.

JOB FUNCTIONS

Essential Functions:

Attends and teaches up to three laboratory sections or two laboratory sections and one 3-credit course per semester in the Physics Department, as determined by the department chairperson, representing nine contact hours.
Facilitates the assembly, calibration, testing, maintenance, purchasing, and repair of scientific equipment used in student laboratories.
Sets up introductory physics and astronomy laboratories.
Serves as the lead for introductory laboratories, particularly when the course involves student assistants and/or multiple instructors.
Supervises undergraduate student teaching assistants.
Designs and develops new experiments and demonstrations in accordance with current physics pedagogy.
Organizes all teaching laboratory spaces within the department.
Coordinates or performs necessary repairs.
Assists faculty with tasks related to the effective operation of science facilities including coordinating with:
- Facilities staff in relation to mechanical, electrical, and space requirements or issues.
- Campus IT staff in maintaining and enhancing department computing capabilities; and with appropriate personnel in relation.
- Shipping and receiving for departmental orders and deliveries.
Assists with the maintenance of planetarium computers and software, as well as the development and presentation of planetarium programs.

Non-Essential Functions:

Assists with specific research activities of faculty when needed.
Participates in department activities and functions.

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Qualifications:

Master's degree in physics or closely related field by time of appointment from a college or university accredited by the U.S. Department of Education or an internationally recognized college or university
One year of experience working in a teaching and/or research laboratory environment in physics or a closely related field

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior teaching experience as the instructor of record
Experience with SciDome planetarium equipment and software

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Work Schedule:

37.5 hours/week: Monday-Friday, 8 am-4 pm.

Benefits:

This position is benefits eligible. Find out more about benefits at Careers@Brockport.

Application Instructions:

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Visit jobs.hr.brockport.edu to complete an application including your cover letter that addresses required and preferred qualifications, resume/CV, and contact information for three professional references.

Please note, if you have retired from a New York State Public Employee Retirement System (Teachers Retirement System or Employees Retirement System), you may be subject to an earnings limitation. Please familiarize yourself with the rules and regulations when applying for this position.

Background Investigation Statement:
All applicants are subject to a pre-employment background check.

Pre-Employment Drug Testing:
Pre-employment drug test and DOT physical may be required for positions requiring a valid Class A or B CDL driver's license with passenger endorsement.

Non-Discrimination Statement/Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer:
SUNY Brockport does not discriminate. SUNY Brockport is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, or criminal conviction. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the university community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law, or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.

Diversity Statement:
SUNY Brockport is committed to creating and maintaining an equitable environment that welcomes, values, and supports individuals and communities who affirm human dignity. The University provides opportunities for engagement, learning, growth, and transformation to foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive institution.

Reasonable Accommodations:
SUNY Brockport provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities, veterans, or wounded warriors where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Office of Human Resources or email your request to Tamara Gouger, AVP for Human Resources and ADA Coordinator, at tgouger@brockport.edu. Determinations or requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

SUNY Brockport is an AA/EEO/ADA employer. The University actively seeks applications from women, veterans, individuals with a disability, members of underrepresented groups or anyone that would enrich the diversity of the University.

To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/brockport/jobs/5478270/physics-laboratory-supervisor-instructional-assistant

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