Laboratory Coordinator II

University of Colorado•Denver, CO

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Chemistry, within the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences provides academic advisement and instruction in the chemical sciences to undergraduate and graduate-degree seeking students at the University of Colorado Denver Campus. The educational experience includes lectures, recitation, laboratory and independent research in basic subfields of chemistry such as organic, physical, analytical, inorganic and biochemistry. Emphasis on knowledge of the basic principles of chemistry including atomic and molecular theory and reactivity and properties of chemical substances are developed. Mathematical skills are applied to understand fundamental chemical relationships and manipulate experimental data. The department provides courses to undergraduate science majors in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences as well as engineering majors in the College of Engineering. The department also services graduate studies to science and environmental students in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, College of Engineering and the Graduate School of Public Affairs. The work unit assists in these endeavors by preparing necessary instructional materials, chemicals, solutions, equipment, assembling chemical apparatus and providing staff support in training, safety guidance and the execution of administrative details of the Chemistry Department programs. Laboratory Coordinator II What you will do: The state classified Laboratory Coordinator II position is responsible for providing student education laboratory related support services. This position procures and manages chemical inventory, instruments and equipment; ensures general chemistry operation protocol and procedures adheres to EH&S chemical management plan and safety regulations; manages hazardous materials, waste and records, and provides advisement to students, faculty, and staff on established procedures. The position is responsible for office and record keeping functions that support the student teaching chemistry laboratory.

Requirements

Four (4) years of hands-on experience supporting a post-secondary chemistry laboratory, including ALL of the following:
Preparing reagents and chemical solutions
Managing chemical inventory and hazardous waste in compliance with institutional or EH&S safety standards
Setting up and breaking down instructional lab experiments
Maintaining laboratory equipment and instrumentation (e.g., balances, spectrometers, hoods)
AND ; must have taken at least one (1) year of organic chemistry with lab and provide proof of passing grade(s) on transcript(s).
Substitution \: An additional one (1) year of experience supporting an organic chemistry lab including preparing reagents and chemical solutions; managing chemical inventory and hazardous waste; setting up and breaking down instructional lab experiments; and maintaining laboratory equipment and instrumentation, may substitute for the required organic chemistry with lab course.

Nice To Haves

Bachelors of Science in Chemistry, Biochemistry, In/Organic Chemistry, Laboratory Management or other directly related field.
Experience working directly with students in an instructional chemistry laboratory, such as supporting lab sections, providing safety guidance, or assisting with experiment setup.
Experience maintaining or supporting analytical instrumentation, including NMR or comparable equipment used in teaching labs.
Demonstrated experience complying with chemical safety standards, hazardous waste regulations, and safety protocols (e.g., EH&S)
Experience with procurement of chemicals, lab supplies, and chemical equipment
Experience troubleshooting lab techniques, experiments, and protocols.
Ability to implement and communicate lab safety practices to students and faculty.
Knowledge of general chemistry
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Strong analytical and interpersonal problem-solving skills.
Excellent organizational and time management skills, and the ability to multi-task.
Ability to take direction and use independent judgement.
Ability to work quickly and accurately.
Ability to maintain composure and effectively carry out last minute requests.
Ability to establish, interpret and enforce complex rules, policies, guidelines and procedures.
Ability to effectively train individuals with a wide variety of skill sets.
Strong group work and collaboration skills.
Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Knowledge of basic chemical storage and safety guidelines.
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills, and the ability to quickly establish rapport.
Knowledge of hazardous waste management practices and protocols.
Knowledge of environmental health, safety protocols and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

Oversee the UCDenver General Chemistry Teaching Labs – 50%
Monitor and report activities and operations within the labs.
Setup and take down weekly experiments.
Prepare chemical solutions and reagents.
Adhere to EH&S chemical management plan and safety regulations and maintain operational quantities of glassware, chemicals and equipment.
Oversee hood, plumbing and other infrastructure repairs to general teaching labs.
Serve as backup lab coordinator for the organic chemistry and other upper division labs as needed.
Chemical Management – 20%
Organize, handle, store and inventory chemicals and waste to minimize hazards, exposure and environmental impact.
Monitor and maintain limited amounts of flammable materials per Denver Fire Code.
Execute safeguards as prescribed by EH&S to protect students and staff from these hazards and maintain records of chemical inventory and waste management.
Create and develop protocols for safe handling and storage of chemicals within the general chemistry labs.
Procurement of chemicals, instruments and lab supplies – 15%
Procure materials related to academic lab instruction, including chemicals, glassware, disposables, instrumentation, safety supplies and external analytical services.
Perform basic (weekly) NMR maintenance – 15%
Under direction of the Sr. Professional Research Assistant (PRA), refill Cryogen weekly to maintain the Chemistry Department NMR which requires the ordering of liquid nitrogen, transfer of the liquid nitrogen to a compatible/ nonmagnetic dewar if necessary and then filling the NMR with liquid nitrogen to prevent quenching.
Monitor liquid helium consumption and refill the magnet approximately twice per year.
Assist the Senior Professional Research Assistant with advanced NMR maintenance which includes changing the probe from standard to low temperature or liquid to solid state.

Benefits

The University of Colorado Denver provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.
Benefits\: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits
Total Compensation Calculator\: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

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