Science Lab Supervisor

About the role

The Science Lab Supervisor oversees all laboratory operations supporting science courses each semester, including the management of laboratories, preparation rooms, storage and study areas, and the designated hazardous waste site. The role includes ordering materials and supplies, collaborating with the Department Chair on budget management, and preparing labs to ensure timely and accurate setup for instructional activities. In addition, the Science Lab Supervisor serves as the department’s Biological Hygiene Officer and Chemical Hygiene Officer, ensuring full compliance with federal, state, and institutional safety regulations while maintaining a safe, efficient, and well-organized laboratory environment. This position operates in close coordination with the CT State Director of Environmental Health and Safety, ensuring alignment between academic laboratory operations and CT State environmental health and safety objectives.

Responsibilities

• Supervision and Leadership
• Laboratory Preparation and Turnover Management
• Safety, Hazardous Waste, and Compliance (including Biological and Chemical Hygiene Officer responsibilities)
• Coordination of Specialized Equipment Maintenance and Repair
• Budget and Procurement
• Documentation and Data Management

Requirements

• Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field together with two (2) or more years of related experience and one (1) or more years of supervisory experience; or a combination of education, training and experience which would lead to the competencies required for successful performance of the position’s essential duties.
• Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Laboratory safety management, including hazardous waste, biological hygiene, and chemical hygiene compliance; Scientific equipment operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting; Budget management, procurement, and vendor coordination; Laboratory preparation and organization to support instructional programs; Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities; Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills; Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams).

Qualifications

• Formal certification or training in Chemical Hygiene Officer and/or Biological Safety Officer practices.

Skills

• Lab safety management, including hazardous waste, biological hygiene, and chemical hygiene compliance.
• Scientific equipment operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Budget management, procurement, and vendor coordination.
• Laboratory preparation and organization to support instructional programs.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Benefits

CT State offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Generous leave policies
• Multiple retirement plan options
• Comprehensive health insurance choices
• Supplemental benefits for retirement and family protection
• Tuition reimbursement (if applicable)

Pay

$68,623 approximate annual

Schedule

Standard Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week

Benefits

For more information, visit: CSCU - Human Resources - Future Employees.

Application Instructions

To apply, please submit the following:

• A cover letter
• A current resume

In your cover letter, you must clearly address how your experience and skills align with each of the required and preferred qualifications. The cover letter may be entered as text in the application system or uploaded as a single combined file with the resume. Your resume must include the names of three (3) current professional references, including their titles, email addresses, and telephone numbers.

Important Notes: Incomplete applications or those submitted after the closing date will not be considered. Links to external resume or profile sites will not be accepted. Apply online at: www.ct.edu/hr/jobs

CT State Community College cannot sponsor work visas. Applicants must be authorized to work full-time in the United States.