Laboratory Manager

About the role

The primary goal of the Lab Manager is to support the experimental laboratories of the department. The laboratory manager is the primary teaching and research laboratories support for the department. They are critical to the operations of the laboratories by coordination, maintenance, and supervision of The Department’s stockroom infrastructure and its functions. The Lab Manager will collaborate with the instrumentation specialist, laboratory coordinators, and other relevant faculty and support staff. As the Lab Manager plays an important role in the teaching and safety mission of the department, they may also have occasional curricular and programming responsibilities that include: Teaching undergraduate chemistry courses (introductory and advanced), developing and coordinating laboratory curricula, and integrating laboratory safety programming into coursework. Developing and delivering safety training for students and faculty, ensuring alignment with EHS and departmental compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversight of the department’s main and satellite stockrooms, serving over 1,500 students annually across chemistry lab courses that serve the entire TCNJ campus, through the preparation of approximately 30–35 lab sections per fall and spring semesters.
• Management of a vast and wide range of chemical inventory (2,600 primary manufacturer's containers in our stockrooms and research labs– including flammable solvents, pyrophoric metals, organic and inorganic compounds, peroxides, concentrated acids and bases– as well as a large number of secondary chemical containers, chemical samples, gas cylinders, and biological materials), and stewardship of hazardous materials in compliance with EHS protocols.
• Maintenance of the department’s chemical and physical assets (excluding major instruments, office equipment, and IT).
• Ordering, organizing, and maintaining all departmental chemicals and laboratory supplies (including those for the stockroom and teaching laboratories), and ordering chemical and laboratory supplies for research laboratories.
• Hiring and supervising workers associated with stockroom functions.
• Maintenance of the department’s safety data sheet (SDS) library and digital inventory tracking system.
• Serving as one of the administrators of the Chemical Hygiene Plan.
• Collaboration with the instrumentation specialist, laboratory coordinators, and other relevant faculty and support staff of the department.
• Coordination of hazardous waste stream disposal, ensuring timely pickup, required documentation, and regulatory reporting.
• Procurement and distribution of laboratory consumables and personal protective equipment (PPE) for faculty, staff, and student researchers.
• Support of teaching laboratories, research labs, and shared instrumentation spaces across the department.

Requirements

• Thirty (30) semester hour credits are equal to one (1) year of relevant experience.
• Six (6) years of professional experience in one or more combination of the following: data processing, installation and maintenance of application programs, technical support, and/or design and preparation of programs.
• Or possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; and two (2) years of the above-mentioned professional experience.
• Or possession of a master's degree; and one (1) year of the above-mentioned professional experience.

Qualifications

• Employment at TCNJ is contingent upon the successful completion of an applicable background check, reference checks, and verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States (Form I-9).
• Residency Requirement: In accordance with the New Jersey First Act P.L. 2011 c.70, effective September 1, 2021, new public employees in certain positions (faculty exempt) are required to obtain New Jersey residency within one (1) year of employment. Applicants must meet the requirements listed. Please find the link that holds pertinent information specific to steps individuals may take to receive an exemption from the rule(s): here.

Benefits

As a member of The College of New Jersey Community, you will be a part of an exciting and rewarding public college career. Eligible full-time employees will be able to take advantage of a generous benefits package that includes health, welfare, and retirement benefits, including:

• Comprehensive benefit plans covering medical, dental and prescription plans
• Generous leave entitlements program and Energy Savings Program
• Employee and dependent Tuition Waiver and Reimbursement Program
• Pension, retirement, and deferred compensation plans, group life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee affinity groups
• New Jersey State Employee Discount Program (Pet insurance, cell phone plan discounts, discounted amusement park tickets, etc.)

To view a comprehensive list of benefits available to employees, visit our Health Benefits Plans and Programs page to learn more!

How to Apply

Qualified candidates should apply online and submit a letter of interest, resume (CV), as well as the names and contact information for three professional references. Applications will be considered until a viable finalist has been found.

Accommodation

Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to apply or interview should contact hr@tcnj.edu. The College is committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive campus community that respects and uplifts individuals from all backgrounds. We value the varied perspectives, experiences, and talents of all members of our community and strive to create an environment where everyone has equitable access to opportunities for success.