Midland College
Midland College serves West Texas through exemplary teaching and dedicated public service. We prepare and inspire diverse students to start, strive and succeed. We strengthen community through educational leadership and collaboration. Midland College provides quality programs and courses, relevant workforce development and continuing education, valuable personal enrichment and cultural experiences, and community and student-centered services.
The lab instructor will work collaboratively with full-time faculty and the department chair to support hands‑on student instruction in the lab environment. This position is responsible for maintaining a safe and organized lab setting by following established safety protocols, motivating students to engage fully in all aspects of the learning process, and providing instructional support to the department chair, dean, and students.
Required Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent Certificate in related field or equivalent combination of education and experience to include classroom, lab, or industry experience Communication skills with public speaking and strong organizational skills Preferred Qualifications
Associate’s degree in related field College and/or high school teaching experience Essential Functions
Prepare and maintain labs, equipment, and materials to support instructional activities Ensure a safe and organized lab environment in compliance with safety standards Assist faculty with demonstrations and provide supervision during lab sessions Guide and support students in developing hands‑on skills Monitor equipment, manage supplies, and report maintenance needs Physical Demands
Frequently moves equipment or materials weighing up to 50 pounds Able to remain in a stationary position for approximately 50% of the time Requires manual dexterity and fine motor skills Regular use of a keyboard and computer workstation Frequently communicates with others and must be able to exchange accurate information Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus Occasionally required to travel between office, classroom, and other on/off‑campus locations Work performed in both office and classroom settings, with some duties outdoors Ability to work extended hours and attend Midland College or community events as needed Security Sensitivity
All Midland College positions are security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. An employment offer is contingent on completion of a satisfactory criminal background investigation. EEO Statement
In its efforts to promote nondiscrimination and as required by law, Midland College does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Additionally, the College does not discriminate against an employee or applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminatory employment practice. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant’s job qualifications, experience, and abilities. Supplemental Questions #J-18808-Ljbffr
High School Diploma or equivalent Certificate in related field or equivalent combination of education and experience to include classroom, lab, or industry experience Communication skills with public speaking and strong organizational skills Preferred Qualifications
Associate’s degree in related field College and/or high school teaching experience Essential Functions
Prepare and maintain labs, equipment, and materials to support instructional activities Ensure a safe and organized lab environment in compliance with safety standards Assist faculty with demonstrations and provide supervision during lab sessions Guide and support students in developing hands‑on skills Monitor equipment, manage supplies, and report maintenance needs Physical Demands
Frequently moves equipment or materials weighing up to 50 pounds Able to remain in a stationary position for approximately 50% of the time Requires manual dexterity and fine motor skills Regular use of a keyboard and computer workstation Frequently communicates with others and must be able to exchange accurate information Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus Occasionally required to travel between office, classroom, and other on/off‑campus locations Work performed in both office and classroom settings, with some duties outdoors Ability to work extended hours and attend Midland College or community events as needed Security Sensitivity
All Midland College positions are security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. An employment offer is contingent on completion of a satisfactory criminal background investigation. EEO Statement
In its efforts to promote nondiscrimination and as required by law, Midland College does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Additionally, the College does not discriminate against an employee or applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminatory employment practice. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant’s job qualifications, experience, and abilities. Supplemental Questions #J-18808-Ljbffr