Laboratory Supervisor - Chemistry, Physics & Geology

Laboratory Supervisor - Chemistry, Physics & Geology

Salary

$0.00 Annually

Location

Campus - To be determined by department, MI

Job Type

FT Staff (exclude MCAAP & all instructors)

Job Number

202301199

Department

Dean of Arts and Sciences

Division

Science

Opening Date

06/03/2026

Closing Date

6/10/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

STA

Salary Range

HR) $52,948 -$69,842 as per the collective agreement

Position Level

STA 2

Working Hours and/or Working Conditions

Working days and hours may vary. Some evenings may be necessary. May travel between campuses and to off-campus locations.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Courses (or their equivalents) required include CHEM-1170 and 1180 (General Chemistry 1 & 2), and PHYS-1180 and 1190 (General Physics 1 & 2). The successful completion of additional courses including CHEM-2260, 2270 and 2280 (Organic Chemistry sequence) and ASTR-1030 and 1040 (Astronomy sequence) is preferred. Must have good mathematical ability, capable of performing calculations required in preparing formulas, determining molarity and concentration, adjusting equipment, and in preparing purchase requisitions and maintaining budget. Attention to detail is very important. Must have knowledge of computer use. Must be able to work with mechanical and electronic equipment. Must be able to lift heavy equipment. Must have or be willing to obtain knowledge related to lab safety, and OSHA standards related to workplace safety, maintenance of chemical inventory, preparation and disposal of chemicals. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Supervision

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: General supervision received from the Associate Dean. SUPERVISION GIVEN: May supervise part time staff as assigned.

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Job Function

Coordinate physical science, physics, astronomy, and chemistry laboratory and field activities: maintaining budget and ordering of materials and supplies; scheduling, hiring and training of laboratory assistants; preparing materials and equipment needed for laboratory and field instruction; maintaining inventory and equipment; providing security of laboratory and storage areas; troubleshooting and repair of broken equipment; maintaining and providing necessary records. Respond to requests and needs of teaching faculty.

Job Responsibilities

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain current knowledge and skill in various scientific disciplines and their related supplies and equipment.
• Maintain current knowledge of, set up, monitor, test, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment.
• Maintain current knowledge of and be able to repair and maintain numerous and diverse varieties of science supplies and equipment. Arrange for outside repairs when needed. Coordinate the ordering of supplies and new equipment: arrange for processing and follow through on delivery.
• Provide safe and secure storage of lab and related equipment, materials and supplies.
• Ensure safe disposal of all hazardous materials and supplies.
• Maintain current inventory and organize stock rooms.
• Using input from faculty, create and maintain a laboratory manual outlining laboratory experiments and the preparation necessary for each course offered.
• Implement and enforce a system of safety procedures for all laboratory personnel.
• Recommend hiring of other employees assigned to the laboratories; train, schedule, and supervise lab assistants.
• Develop and maintain science supplies and equipment inventories using mainframe and microcomputers.
• Set up and maintain laboratory computers and interface equipment.
• Implement a system for compliance with safety requirements of government agencies.
• Communicate and work with faculty and lab staff on all assigned duties.
• Maintain budgets and accounts as assigned.
• Use college computer system (currently Datatel) to ensure timely and cost effective purchasing.
• Participate in college activities as assigned.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

CHEMISTRY RESPONSIBILITIES: Maintain current knowledge of, be able to work safely with, and dispose of a large variety of inorganic and organic compounds needed for classes. Must be able to accurately prepare solutions and unknowns for experiments from stock solutions and compounds. Must be able to perform basic troubleshooting of experiments. Must maintain and ensure implementation of chemical inventory. Be able to utilize, maintain and train support personnel with laboratory equipment including glassware, IR, GC and pH meters. Must be comfortable with inorganic and organic chemical nomenclature.

PHYSICS and PHYSICAL SCIENCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Maintain current knowledge of, be able to work safely with and dispose of solutions of various natures and concentrations. Use diagnostic test equipment. Interpret electronic schematic diagrams and mechanical blueprints. Use hand tools and soldering techniques as necessary. Be able to maintain, calibrate, program, perform minor repairs on, and otherwise effectively employ the use of stand-alone and computer-interfaced electronic instrumentation. Be able to utilize, maintain and train support personnel as needed.

ASTRONOMY RESPONSIBILITIES: Maintain observatory, telescopes, and other materials to be used in astronomy courses. Assist with set up and operation of observatory.

Education

Bachelor's Degree with a concentration in Science and/or Health Area (Chemistry, Physics, Engineering, or Biology preferred) or equivalent education as appropriate for assignment from an accredited institution is required. Transcripts must be submitted with the application.

Qualifications

One year laboratory experience, budget, scheduling and management desirable.

Macomb Community College offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees and their eligible dependents including health, dental, vision, and hearing aid coverage, and optional benefits of a health savings and dependent care and/or flexible spending accounts. We also offer full-time employee's options for retirement, deferred compensation plans, life and voluntary insurances, short-term disability, tuition waivers and reimbursement and paid holidays.

To learn more visit our Bargaining Unit Information page

https://www.macomb.edu/human-resources/employment-information/bargaining-unit-information.html

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Do you have a Bachelors degree OR HIGHER in Science and/or Health Area (Chemistry, Physics, Engineering, or Biology ) or equivalent education ?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have one (1) OR MORE years laboratory experience

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Macomb Community College

Address 16000 Hall Rd

Clinton Township, Michigan, 48038

Phone 586-445-7885

Website https://www.macomb.edu/human-resources/index.html