Science Laboratory Coordinator

Position Information

Job Summary: Coordinate daily operations of college biology and chemistry laboratory facilities in support of undergraduate science education.

Responsibilities

• Maintain clean, orderly, safe laboratories and storeroom; provide appropriate receptacles in laboratories for waste materials, chemicals and broken glass.
• Assemble, prepare equipment/supplies and organize/set out materials for all assigned labs; organize and maintain a laboratory experiment list for the semester (as supplied by individual faculty).
• Monitor completion of scheduled lab exercises by all sections; ensure that lab materials continue to be available for classes that unavoidably deviate from the standard lab schedule (e.g., due to class cancellation, holidays, etc.).
• Maintain current SDS database for laboratories, prep rooms, and storage areas; maintain usage logs and inventory of chemicals and supplies/equipment.
• Order all chemicals, supplies, and other consumables for laboratories.
• Serve as department Chemical Hygiene Officer. Treat chemical waste for appropriate disposal according to the college’s chemical waste policies; autoclave and dispose of biological waste according to recommend biohazard waste disposal policies.
• Keep maintenance and test logs and perform/coordinate routine maintenance for lab equipment and send out equipment for routine maintenance and calibration.
• Act as an instructional/technical resource for adjunct faculty or students with respect to the lab experiment reagents/equipment and associated safety concerns.
• Prepare check-in and checkout documentation and equipment for the start and end of the semester. Conduct periodic inspection of student lab drawers.
• Clean and maintain field equipment (waders, nets, kits, etc.). Maintain regular communication with Biology and Chemistry faculty to ensure effective collaboration and support.
• Supervise open lab times for students to complete lab activities, as schedule permits.
• Absorb and assist faculty as available in developing experimental procedures or in constructions of specialty lab equipment.
• Support academic laboratory safety program, train faculty as appropriate, and monitor compliance, including usage of safety goggles in the laboratory.
• Participate in ongoing profession development in laboratory safety/chemical hygiene.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, or related field, or a combination of relevant experience, education and training that equates to the required degree.
• Hazardous materials training.

Skills

• Build positive, respectful relationships and collaborate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders in a civil and encouraging environment.
• Communicate clearly and professionally in both verbal and written formats, tailored to diverse audiences and contexts.
• Demonstrate thorough understanding of FERPA and other federal and state regulations related to admissions, registration, and student records.
• Ensure compliance in all student services operations.
• Manage multiple tasks efficiently, prioritize responsibilities, and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Proficient in software systems, such as Microsoft Office Suite and basic office equipment; comfortable learning new technologies as needed.
• Work independently with minimal supervision and demonstrate a strong sense of initiative.

Benefits

• Primarily daytime hours with some evening and weekends to support College events and initiatives.

Pay

$47,000.00

Schedule

40+ Weeks per Year 52

Benefits

• Primarily daytime hours with some evening and weekends to support College events and initiatives.