Support Scientist

Widener University is currently seeking a Support Scientist inthe Science department. Reporting tothe Associate Dean the Support Scientist ensures the effective operation of the Science Department by maintaining repairing and troubleshooting a wide range of scientific instrumentation and laboratory equipment. The position supports faculty and students by preparing equipment for teaching and research maintaining specialized instruments and ensuring safe and reliable laboratory operations. Through technical expertise and responsive support the Support Scientist enhances the quality of scientific instruction and research across the division.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (including but not limited to):

Essential Duties:

• Troubleshoots mechanical electronic and software issues for scientific instrumentation used across the science division.
• Applies basic machining and construction skills to build modify and repair apparatus used in laboratory instruction and research.
• Safely handles and replaces high-pressure gas cylinders.
• Maintains operates and troubleshoots all major analytical instruments in the Science Division including chromatography spectroscopy mass spectrometry and NMR systems ensuring proper calibration part replacement safety management and readiness for teaching and research use.

Secondary Responsibilities:

• Maintains greenhouse plant collections housed on the Kirkbride rooftop.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned or directed to support departmental needs and align with the mission values and goals of the Science department and Widener University.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (education/training and experience required):

Required:

• Bachelors degree in chemistry Physics Engineering or a closely related scientific or technical discipline and/or previous work experience.
• Experience working with scientific laboratory instrumentation in an academic or research setting.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and ability to perform basic machining assembly and equipment repair.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety practices including safe handling of high-pressure gas cylinders and hazardous materials.
• Ability to learn operate and maintain complex analytical instruments and related software.
• Strong troubleshooting organizational and time-management skills with the ability to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to support faculty staff and students.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR UNUSUAL HOURS:

• Must be able to lift and move laboratory equipment and gas cylinders up to 50 pounds with proper safety techniques.
• Subject to periods of standing bending climbing stairs reaching and performing repetitive motions.
• Works in laboratory mechanical and rooftop greenhouse environments which may involve exposure to noise fumes or temperature variations.
• Occasional evening or weekend hours to support instrumentation maintenance or research needs.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race religion color national origin age sex sexual orientation disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Widener University is committed to fostering an inclusive community in which faculty staff and students from a variety of backgrounds cultures and personal experiences are welcomed and can are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age color national origin race religion disability veteran status sex sexual orientation gender identity genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Some positions may be eligible for a hybrid or remote work arrangement that may include a partially or fully remote work location consistent with Wideners Flexible Work policy.

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