Science Laboratory Coordinator - Chemistry

Science Laboratory Coordinator - Chemistry Salary: $69,491.00 - $85,465.00 Annually Location: Fresno City College, CA Job Type: Permanent Division: FCC Math, Science & Engineering (S) Job Number: 2026020 Closing: 4/23/2026 11:59 PM Pacific General Purpose Under direction, coordinates and manages the operations and safety of assigned science laboratories; sets up and prepares laboratory equipment, materials and supplies to support student learning; prepares and tracks laboratory budgets and prepares purchase requisitions; maintains an appropriate inventory of chemicals, supplies and other consumables; safely stores hazardous chemicals and other materials and arranges for their safe removal in accordance with all District policies and environmental protection regulations; and performs related duties as assigned. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Manages, coordinates and participates in preparation, set up, monitoring and breakdown of equipment and materials for laboratory classes, exercises and experiments; creates recipes, tests, calculates, mixes, prepares, labels and stores a variety of chemical solutions, reagents, media, compounds, bacterial cultures and samples; performs tissue culturing and bacterial work in an asterile environment; tests processes and identifies sound and safe methods to streamline preparation for lab classes. Works with faculty in planning for numbers, locations and costs of labs to be offered; prepares budget estimates and budget requests for dean approval; works with faculty to prepare and setup demonstrations, modify lab activities and develop new experiments to support classroom learning; may perform demonstrations of lab exercises for classroom sessions; demonstrates and documents the operations of laboratory instrumentation. Performs preventative maintenance, recalibrates, troubleshoots and repairs laboratory equipment and instrumentation including microscopes, gas chromatographs, high‑performance liquid chromatographs, spectrophotometers, nuclear magnetic resonators, centrifuges, sterile hoods, pipettes, pH meters, laptops and other laboratory equipment; maintains an inventory of replacement parts; arranges for major repairs by outside vendors. Maintains the safety of the laboratory environment; provides instruction and demonstrates safety procedures to students, student assistants and others; may monitor activities in the laboratory to ensure safety procedures are followed; inspects and maintains laboratory safety equipment such as eye washer, safety shower, fire extinguisher, respirator, chemical spill and safety kits; reports the need for any repairs; maintains and updates MSDS notebooks as required by law; maintains accident report guidance documents and files of accident reports. Ensures the proper maintenance and cleanliness of laboratories to protect the health and safety of students, faculty and staff; oversees and/or cleans and sanitizes classroom furniture and work surfaces and equipment. Organizes and stores chemicals, solutions, biological specimens and other hazardous materials in accordance with District policies and procedures and state and federal requirements; prepares hazardous waste labels and disposes of chemicals, solutions, biological specimens and other hazardous materials; autoclaves and disposes of biological wastes; arranges for pickup of hazardous waste. Maintains an inventory of chemicals and other materials, supplies and consumables required for laboratory use; estimates materials needed for laboratory exercises and requests inventory replenishment to ensure sufficient supplies are on hand to support laboratory activities; tracks usage of chemicals, supplies and other consumables to anticipate future requirements; organizes and ensures safe storage of various chemicals and hazardous materials. Manages or assists in managing the laboratory budget; researches vendors for price and quality; prepares purchase requisitions for inventory replenishment; sets up blanket purchase orders and contracts for service of equipment and instrumentation. Participates in selecting, training and providing day‑to‑day lead work direction to student assistants, aides and volunteers; assigns and monitors work for completeness, accuracy and conformance with District, department and legal/regulatory requirements and standards; provides information, instruction and training on work procedures and technical, legal and regulatory and safety requirements; assists in ensuring a fair, open and inclusive work environment in accordance with the District's mission goals and values. Coordinates with instructors the scheduling and coverage of laboratory sessions; writes and maintains laboratory documents and records; works with faculty in writing or revising laboratory manuals. Adapts laboratory protocols and procedures for students with disabilities and service animals. Demonstrates sensitivity to and understanding of historically minoritized groups and participates in professional development activities to increase cultural competency to enhance equity‑minded practices within the District. Other Duties Provides for the care and maintenance of live animals and plant species. Performs research on new equipment and recommends purchases and replacements within budget limitations. Manages and ensures quality control for a microscope slide inventory for lab courses. Solicits and coordinates with others to receive donations of equipment and supplies from local organizations. May serve on campus and District committees. Performes related duties as assigned. Employment Standards / Minimum Qualifications Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of: Theory, concepts, scientific fundamentals, methods and processes, tools, equipment and instrumentation used in the scientific discipline in which assigned. Formulas, equations, solutions, substances, weights and measures, reactions and symbols used in the assigned area of scientific specialty. Advanced knowledge of chemical hygiene and state and federal laboratory standards, practices and procedures applicable to laboratory safety. Principles and practices of sound business communication; correct English usage, including spelling, grammar and punctuation. Uses and operations of computers with standard business and specialized software and methods and procedures for diagnosing and resolving minor hardware and software problems in a classroom or laboratory environment. Office practices and procedures, including record‑keeping. District budgeting and purchasing policies, practices and procedures. District environmental safety policies and procedures and safety methods and practices applicable to the assigned laboratory including the safe mixing, storage and disposal of hazardous chemicals and biohazards in accordance with state and federal requirements. General methods and practices of student instruction and tutoring applicable to a science laboratory environment. Skills and abilities to: Assist faculty and instructors in planning, organizing and preparing classroom and laboratory demonstrations, experiments and classroom/laboratory materials. Demonstrate and walk students and others through operations of specialized instrumentation, equipment, tools, hardware and software in assigned scientific laboratories. Organize, set priorities and exercise sound, independent judgment within areas of responsibility. Assign and inspect the work of student assistants. Train, demonstrate, inspect, enforce and monitor safe work practices and safety compliance by faculty, student assistants and students in a laboratory environment with hazardous chemicals and biohazards. Provide effective information and guidance to students in subject‑matter areas applicable to assignment; accurately, thoroughly and clearly answer students' subject‑matter, equipment‑use and technology questions. Analyze problems, evaluate alternatives and recommend or adopt effective courses of action. Understand, interpret, explain and apply applicable laws, codes and regulations including OSHA. Effectively engage and support historically minoritized groups by addressing issues of equity and improving culturally responsive service‑oriented practices. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Understand and follow written and oral instructions. Operate a computer and standard business software. Maintain the confidentiality of department and student records and information. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all those encountered in the course of work. Education & Experience Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in scientific disciplines applicable to specific scientific laboratories, and at least one year of experience in a scientific laboratory involving the use of equipment and instrumentation in conducting scientific experiments; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Experience working with college‑age students in an organized educational environment is highly desirable. Completion of safety training and safe handling and disposal of hazardous chemicals certification may be required. Licenses, Certificates and Other Requirements Certain assignments may require a California driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under the District’s vehicle insurance program. Equal Opportunity Employer The District is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to fostering innovation and inclusivity. We welcome individuals excited to join our District’s purpose to support student success both locally and globally. We pledge to treat all applicants and employees fairly and equitably. #J-18808-Ljbffr