Position Summary: The Laboratory Manager/Instructor will be responsible for 50% biology teaching load including 6-8 contact hours of lecture and lab each semester and 4 contact hours during the Summer. The lab manager will also support research laboratories by maintaining facilities, ensuring safety compliance, assisting with instruction and laboratory coordination.
Essential Duties:
- Coordinate laboratory inventory, supplies, and equipment.
- Maintain compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), EPA, and safety standards.
- Prepare lab materials and monitor chemical storage.
- Assist with lab instruction and student support.
- Maintain safety documentation and conduct safety training.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Supervise student workers and graduate assistants.
- Coordinate lab scheduling and usage.
- Support outreach activities (e.g., summer camps).
- Perform other assigned duties as needed.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of lab safety procedures and Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) protocols.
- Familiarity with laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
- Strong organizational, communication, and coordination skills.
Qualification and Experience:
- Master's degree in a science-related field (minimum requirement).
- Relevant certifications preferred:
- Laboratory Safety/Chemical Hygiene Certification.
- OSHA Laboratory Safety Training (e.g., OSHA 10 or 30-hour).
- Biosafety or Biohazard Safety Training.
- Bloodborne Pathogens Training.
- First Aid and CPR Certification.
- Hazardous Waste Handling Certification (Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) or equivalent).
Salary: Salary is commensurate with qualifications.
Application Procedure: Submit application, cover letter, CV, teaching statement, transcripts, sample syllabus/lab materials, evidence of teaching effectiveness and three references.