Lab Coordinator, Chemistry

About the role

The Chemistry Department is looking to hire a full-time Chemistry Laboratory Coordinator. The position offers a starting salary range of $20.93 - $26.94 and is determined based on relevant years of work experience provided on the application and resume.

Responsibilities

• Prepare chemical reagents and laboratory materials for each lab and all lab practical exams for all courses, including Principles of Chemistry, General Chemistry and Organic Chemistry.
• Communicate regularly with faculty, the Chair of Chemistry and the Dean of Science.
• Maintain adequate stock supplies, submit orders, and keep computer database of purchases.
• Maintain equipment in operational condition.
• Maintain chemical and equipment inventory.
• Keep lab areas clean and organized.
• Supervise federal work study and part-time lab aides.
• Manage inventory and sale of used lab coats and goggles.
• Manage and prepare chemistry lab waste for storage and disposal.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or closely related field with at least 20 hours in chemistry.
• Computer literacy and experience with Microsoft Office including word processing, spreadsheet and databases.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Must be able to lift 40 pounds.
• Experience handling chemicals in a laboratory setting or relevant work experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or closely related field with at least 20 hours in chemistry.
• Computer literacy and experience with Microsoft Office including word processing, spreadsheet and databases.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Must be able to lift 40 pounds.
• Experience handling chemicals in a laboratory setting or relevant work experience.

Skills

• Chemical laboratory expertise.
• Ability to handle all day-to-day operational duties.
• Collaborate with faculty to update procedures and support new experiments.
• Set up lab materials for lab exercises, lab review days, and lab exams.
• Conduct strategic planning for the department and develop and implement standard operating procedures for day-to-day activities.
• Supervise student workers and give directions to Lab Aides and Lab Technicians.
• Hire, train, supervise, and approve timesheets for student employees and provide continued support toward mastery of the position.
• Evaluate, service, and maintain small instruments and all laboratory equipment.
• Provide guidance to the lab team responsible for maintaining calibration, operability, and cleanliness of equipment.
• Troubleshoot all errors and malfunctions.
• Coordinate and/or perform equipment service, repair, or replacement as needed.
• Conduct planning to evaluate and prioritize current and future needs for the procurement of consumable supplies, chemical reagents, and durable equipment to meet all department objectives in adherence to the established budget.
• Manage all aspects of chemical, and supply purchasing.
• Track, maintain, and update the inventory of equipment, chemicals, and solutions.
• Maintain safety certification and oversee the safe storage of chemicals and disposal of hazardous materials.
• Serve on the Science Division Safety Committee.
• Complete annual hazardous waste training.
• Assess and maintain safety equipment, including eye washes, safety showers, and spill kits, to ensure operability and suitability to activities performed in the lab in compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Coordinate the sale of used lab coats and goggles and conduct a variety of marketing duties for the department.

Benefits

• Health insurance with some employer paid options.
• Life insurance & AD&D (employer provided).
• Retail plans (403(b), 457(b), and KPERS).
• Paid time off (vacation, sick, personal, and floating holidays).
• 14 days of paid holidays.
• Full tuition reduction for JCCC credit courses (for employee and eligible dependents).
• Tuition reimbursement / assistance for non-JCCC courses for employee.
• Free access to the Gym on campus for all employees and dependents.
• Discount to the Hiersteiner Child Development Center.
• Many more!

About JCCC

Johnson County Community College is dedicated to transforming lives and strengthening communities through learning. Located in Overland Park, Kansas, JCCC has enjoyed a national reputation for educational excellence and student success for more than 50 years.

Equal Employment Opportunity

JCCC is an equal opportunity employer and equal access institution. JCCC does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, religion, marital status, parental status, military status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or other factors that cannot be lawfully considered in its programs and activities, which includes employment and admissions, in accordance with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Equal Pay Act of 1963, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Executive Order 11246, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Vietnam Era Veteran’s Readjustment Assistance Act, the Jobs for Veterans Act of 2002, the Kansas Acts Against Discrimination and all other applicable civil rights and nondiscrimination laws.