Sensory Lab Coordinator

Located in the heart of the Niagara Region – just minutes from one of the world's most well-known tourism destinations – Niagara College offers more than 130 innovative programs between our campuses in Welland and Niagara-on-the-Lake. Since opening its doors in 1967, Niagara College has grown to become a leader in education and training and one of the most enterprising colleges in Canada.

Applications are invited for the position of Sensory Lab Coordinator in the Culinary, Tourism, and Beverage Studies (CTBS) Division, located at our Niagara-on-the-Lake Campus. The starting hourly rate is $34.60/hr (Pay Band G - $34.60/hr to $39.93/hr) for a 35-hour work week. Additional hours may be required as necessary. This is an Appendix D, temporary position as per Article of the Support Staff Collective Agreement and is set to commence in March 2026 and will conclude in March It may be subject to an extension by mutual agreement of the parties.

Reporting to the Academic Operations Manager, Culinary, Tourism & Beverage Studies (CTBS), the Sensory Lab Coordinator is a key position that supports academic faculty and product support to the students in the Beverage and Culinary programs that utilize sensory labs.

• Support faculty in the development of product lists aligned with budget parameters for all sensory courses, including pre-term preparation of lab manuals and required materials
• Gather and maintain faculty product requisition lists for sensory courses, ensuring products are ordered, delivered, inventoried in a timely manner, and stored securely
• Make product recommendations and determinations when availability issues arise to ensure course lesson plans and learning outcomes are met
• Track requisitions across programs and courses to collaboratively identify duplications, overages, and opportunities for efficiencies in product supply and substitution
• Provide financial guidance and support to faculty to ensure lab and course budgets (material fees) are met
• Report weekly and term-total lab expenditures, and provide updates, recommendations, and solutions to improve course delivery and financial performance
• Schedule the supply and delivery of products and related materials (e.g., glassware, setups) to sensory labs; provide setup support, lab monitoring, sanitization, cleanup, and restocking of beverages and materials
• Provide support, as required, for internal and external CTBS events, including development, execution, recruitment, marketing, and industry-related activities
• Work with internal and external partners to support and manage special events, fulfill product requests, and oversee contractual agreements between the college and third parties
• Manage academic inventory and the distribution of all alcoholic beverages to labs in accordance with approved requisitions
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry and sector developments, including new growers and production facilities, varietals, industry trends, and sales and marketing initiatives, and regularly share updates with the CTBS community
• Represent CTBS by participating in beverage industry networking events

• Three (3) year diploma and/or three-year undergraduate degree in the field of Science or Business
• Minimum three (3) years sensory related experience in wine, beer, and/or spirits industry
• Strong organizational, planning, and coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities across projects and timelines

Niagara College is a place-based organization, and all positions are primarily based on campus.  On-campus work allows for close collaboration and a strong team culture. While most work will be done in the office, we offer the flexibility for some remote work, as the job allows.

Niagara College is strongly committed to diversity and inclusion within its community. We offer an inclusive work environment and welcome applications from all qualified individuals who believe they can contribute to further enhancing campus diversity and equity efforts. If requested, accommodations will be made to support applicants with disabilities during the recruitment and selection process.
Note: Credentials obtained outside of Canada require an evaluation to determine the Canadian educational equivalence. This evaluation must support the educational requirements for the position as a condition of employment. For further information, visit: World Education Services

While we thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted