Assistant Science Laboratory Manager - Chemistry/Physics

Summary

The Assistant Science Laboratory Manager – Chemistry/Physics reports directly to the Dean of STEM. This position works with the science faculty to assure the safety, security, maintenance, complains and preparation of the science laboratories.  Additionally, the Assistant Science Laboratory Manager – Chemistry/Physics is responsible for managing equipment, stockrooms and computers in chemistry and physics laboratories.  Furthermore, this position will train new staff, orient faculty, provide safety instruction and coordinate work with the other Assistant Science Laboratory Manager(s).  The Assistant Science Laboratory Manager – Chemistry/Physics will prepare materials in support of faculty laboratory and classroom instruction.  This position will also will travel weekly to multiple sites located in Lehigh and Schuylkill counties and be responsible for site laboratories.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare labs for chemistry and physics.
  • Prepare and analyze solutions and analyze unknowns.
  • Set up equipment, computers, and apparatus.
  • Evaluate new equipment and experiments, including setup and maintenance of instrumentation in labs.
  • Coordinate the use of equipment among multiple concurrent laboratory sessions.
  • Maintain an inventory of clean and functional experimental glassware.
• Coordinate, cross-train, and work with the other Science Laboratory Manager(s) to accomplish the workload.
• Hire, train, and supervise student laboratory workers.
• Maintains knowledge and compliance with federal, state, and local laws.
• Implement, follow, and model proper lab and hazardous material safety measures.
• Supervise proper disposal of chemicals, hazardous wastes and laboratory materials.
• Maintain and regularly update both laboratory and stockroom inventories.
• Place Science Division orders and maintain the records.
• Consults with Science Division Coordinator for yearly budget development for both chemistry and physics in collaboration with the full-time faculty.
• Work cooperatively with personnel at LCCC.
• Develop and maintain both laboratory preparation guides, calibration logs and repair/inspection books for both Chemistry and Physics laboratories.
• Develop and sustain both the Chemical Hygiene Plan and the Laboratory Management Plan in coordination with both faculty and other Science Laboratory Managers.
• Serves as a Chemical Hygiene Officer for the Science Laboratories.
• Obtain current Hazardous Waste Certification in accordance with the current federal, state and municipal regulations.
• Participate in start of semester laboratory safety and waste disposal training for both students and faculty.
• Assists disability support services and science faculty in meeting required laboratory instruction accommodations for students.
• Attendance at departmental, division, convocation, and adjunct convocation meetings.
• Operates both general office, instrument specific and science software.
• Develops and maintains an operational manual(s).
• Travels to and maintains satellite campus both chemistry and physics laboratories.
• Carry out other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications:

Required

Education

• Bachelors of Science degree in Chemistry, Physics or related degree from an accredited institution of higher education.

Certifications

• Act 153 Clearances (Act 34 PA Criminal Background, Act 151 PA Child Abuse History, Act 114 FBI Clearance Fingerprinting)

Work Experience

• Proficiency in general office software, computer operation and familiarity with instrument specific software.
• Knowledge of federal, state and local laws pertaining to employees’ Right to Know, chemical storage, and hazardous waste disposal.
• At least 1 year of experience in laboratory work with inventory management and waste handling responsibilities.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Ability to work independently yet cooperatively with others required.
• Must have excellent administrative and organizational skills.
• Must possess a high level of the following work skills and behaviors: teamwork/cooperation, initiative, customer service, and commitment to continuous professional growth in skills and knowledge.

Preferred

• Laboratory experience in an educational setting.
• General knowledge of chemistry and physics.
• Proficiency in technical writing.
• Bilingual (Spanish).
• Familiarity with 40 CFR262 (Standards Applicable to Generators of Hazardous Waste).

Physical Demands

 While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear.  The employee may regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25-30 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

 The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.

LCCC is an equal opportunity employer.

LCCC Internal candidates must apply within 15 days of posting.

To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume and unofficial transcript through our online application systemat www.lccc.edu/jobs.

• Salary is restricted to above range and will not exceed the maximum of the range. Salary offers are non negotiable and offers are determined and are based upon related work experience submitted on resume.
• Foreign degrees – must provide a US equivalency report of your degree credentials with your transcript, if not, your resume will not be accepted.

Position open until filled.