Part-Time Physical Science Lab Coordinator

Salary range: $15.30–$17.00 per hour

Schedule: Part-time, not to exceed 19.5 hours per week

About the role

The part-time Physical Science Lab Coordinator supports the physical science department by assisting with lab setup and coordinating lab schedules for all physical science labs.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate weekly laboratory sessions for the Physical Science Department.
• Prepare lab materials and setups independently or in collaboration with work-study students.
• Maintain and organize laboratory spaces, ensuring they are clean, stocked, and ready for instruction.
• Operate, maintain, and support laboratory equipment and related technologies.
• Manage the ordering, receiving, inventory, and storage of lab supplies and equipment.
• Ensure proper care, calibration, maintenance, and safety of all departmental materials and instruments.
• Communicate effectively with faculty regarding equipment, chemicals, and lab organization.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Academic background in a science-related field (including various high school and college coursework).
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Maintain a dependable work schedule and uphold professional standards of punctuality and attendance.
• Ability to use information technology for professional productivity (such as Microsoft Office Suite).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in preparation of chemical solutions.
• Knowledge of scientific weights and measures.
• Experience in receiving and stocking.
• Experience working within a collegiate setting.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

Environment: Work is performed primarily in a standard office setting with frequent interruptions and distractions. Requires extended periods of time viewing a computer monitor or standing; may require adjustment of schedule to include some evening and/or weekends; may encounter occasional exposure to inclement weather during travel.

Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination, including use of a computer keyboard.