Laboratory Coordinator III

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We are seeking a Technical Laboratory Coordinator III to co-manage the First Year Chemistry and Organic Chemistry laboratory instructional programs with a focus on CHEM 117 119 and 120. This role involves assisting in the administration of laboratory courses including the coordination and training of teaching assistants as well as the development of instructional materials.

Key responsibilities include maintaining and updating laboratory safety certifications manuals and teaching resources. The coordinator will also support the creation of pre-laboratory presentations and instructional media. Additionally this position oversees daily laboratory operationsmanaging staff support ensuring quality control and supervising student assistants.

Opportunities to Contribute:

• Hires and trains student workers and Teaching Assistants providing instruction in laboratory safety (Category II safety training) experimental setups and equipment usage.

• Prepares performance evaluations for teaching assistants and recommends pay raises and/or performance awards.

• Coordinates the student makeup requests for Freshman (General) and Organic Chemistry laboratory program.

• Maintains accurate records of laboratory materials equipment and chemical inventory ensuring compliance with safety standards.

• Supervises the handling preparation and disposal of chemicals solvents and unknowns for lab experiments as well as chemical waste management.

• Directs chemical storage safety labeling inventory control and ensures safe efficient operations.

• Enforces standard operating procedures to ensure lab efficiency safety and cost optimization.

• Recommends orders and manages the acquisition and installation of new or replacement instrumentation in assigned laboratories (117 119 and 120).

• Develops procedures for effective use of laboratory instrumentation by students Teaching Assistants and student workers and troubleshoots or schedules repairs for malfunctioning equipment.

• Assists in developing and testing new experiments and curricula including collaborating with technical coordinators for the purchase of necessary chemicals apparatus and supplies.

• Evaluates experimental modifications to minimize hazardous waste and ensures updates to instructional materials such as laboratory manuals and media programs.

• Analyzes complex visual data in a quantitative and objective manner.

• Administers the lab software system and assists with managing long-term organizational efforts.

• Participates in the preparation and review of laboratory final examinations and supports overall lab administration ensuring adherence to established standards and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in chemistry or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Three years of related experience.

• Ability to bend and/or stoop for long periods.

• Ability to lift and/or move moderate to heavy weight objects.

A well-qualified candidate will also possess:

• Masters degree or Doctorate Degree in chemistry.

• Five years of related experience in laboratory operations.

• Knowledge and ability to handle chemicals in a safe manner.

• Experience developing safety management plan.

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

• Knowledge of computers and cloud computing environments.

• Knowledge of standard laboratory equipment.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

Salary: Compensation will be commensurate based on the selected candidates education and experience.

What You Need to Do:

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Why Texas A&M University

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect Excellence Leadership Loyalty Integrity and Selfless Service.

Texas A&M Universitys Department of Chemistry is a cadre of faculty staff graduate students postdoctoral fellows academic advisors scientific and technical staff who have a shared purpose of translating our passion for chemistry to young scholars at all levels in many scientific fields. To learn more please visit our website: are a prestigious university with strong traditions Core Values and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university such as sporting and cultural events state-of-the-art recreation facilities the Bush Library and Museum and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.

• Medical prescription drug dental vision life and AD&D flexible spending accounts and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums

• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays

• Up to eight hours of paid sick leaveand at leasteight hours of paid vacationeach month

• Automatic enrollment in theTeacher Retirement System of Texas

• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time

• Professional Development: All employees have access to freeLinkedIn Learningtraining webinars and limited financial support to attend conferences workshops and more

• Educational release time and tuition assistancefor completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

• Living Well a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees for employees

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