Coordinator I, Science Lab

Job Title: Coordinator I, Science Lab Location: LSC-CyFair Regular/Temporary: Regular Full/Part Time: Full-Time Job ID: 44949 Location address is 9191 Barker Cypress Road, Cypress, TX 77433. Job Description Purpose and Scope: The Coordinator I, Science Lab is responsible for the coordination of general functions in the science laboratory environment. Functions of the position include coordination of services, delivery of materials, coordinating events, organizing resources, tracking laboratory materials, tracking equipment, and assisting with running the lab. Essential Job Functions Communicates with the faculty and other laboratory staff about lab schedules and lab materials; maintains a constant dialogue between instructors and labs throughout the semester Continuously analyzes and improves upon lab-related procedures and practices Properly handles, controls, and keeps diligent records of chemical and bio-hazardous wastes Actively remains current with new technologies and safety regulations and promotes a culture of safety in the laboratory Prepares and inventories complex reagents, chemicals, solutions, stains, media and dyes according to protocol Properly monitors, handles, sterilizes and disposes of microbiological organisms and other bio-hazardous & chemical waste or materials Operates and maintains laboratory equipment & supplies including but not limited to microscopes, autoclave, Thermal Cycler, UV transilluminators, shakers, vortexes, incubators, micropipettors and DNA Evaporator/Concentrator Ensures safety and quality assurance practices are followed including maintenance of SDS (Safety Data Sheets) workstations and proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Provides routine lab support including cleaning and restocking of labs, preparation of microbiological mediums, refilling reagent bottles, washing glassware and recording supplies inventory Tracks and coordinates budget expenditures Maintains professional working relationships with a variety of LSC employees at all levels, as well as with outside vendors Responsible for other reasonable duties as assigned Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge and/or experience with infection control policies and procedures and safety regulations (EPA, OSHA) Astute and broad knowledge of the sciences and related safety protocols for the successful handling of day-to-day operations Working knowledge of sterile/aseptic techniques for microbiology Organizational, leadership, and interpersonal communication skills Ability to work independently with minimum instruction and cooperatively as a member of a team Ability to work with a diverse group of faculty and staff Capable of performing required duties with minimal supervision Good safety record and safety consciousness Physical Abilities The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items, such as papers, books, or small parts; or driving an automobile. No special physical demands are required to perform the work. Work Schedule and Conditions Equipment used includes, PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone and other general office equipment Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position Work is performed in a climate-controlled office with minimal exposure to safety hazards Required Qualifications Associate degree or higher and at least 1 year of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience Salary Hiring salary range is $38,761 - $44,576. Background Check and E-Verify Program Lone Star College participates in the E-Verify program, under which Lone Star College provides the federal government with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm that the employee is authorized to work in the United States. More information on the E-Verify program is available at EEO Statement Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check. #J-18808-Ljbffr Lone Star College