Requisition Number: 20122665
Type of Employment: Full-Time Regular
Number of Months:
Months Employed: January to December
Number of Hours per Day/Week: 40
Daily Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Summary Position
Elon Departments of Biology and Environmental Studies are searching for a laboratory manager with strong organization and communication skills. The successful candidate will oversee activities related to laboratory courses, research and safety. They will also have a broad interest in science, as they will support departments' faculty research and laboratory courses that cover a broad range of scientific topics from field to molecular biology.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
1. Supporting faculty research and laboratory courses by ordering supplies and maintaining spaces and equipment.
2. Managerial support through budgeting, purchasing, hiring and training student laboratory assistants.
3. Maintaining chemical inventory, safe storage and disposal of hazardous material and safety training for faculty and students.
Benefits of Working at Elon University As an Elon University employee, you'll join an internationally acclaimed university with a commitment to fostering a thriving community. Ranked among the most innovative, creative and best-run universities in the nation, Elon's personal approach to education extends to employees, whose growth, professional development and success is a hallmark of our training and advancement opportunities.
Elon University's home is the charming town of Elon, North Carolina, a small, friendly community located a short distance from the beach and the mountains, and among the vibrant cities of Greensboro, Raleigh and Durham. In addition to the beautiful canopy of historic oak trees iconic to our campus, you'll find boundless opportunities for family-friendly recreation, cultural events and outdoor activities. Hiking, water sports, fine dining and entertainment are just a few of the many happenings in the Elon area, making the region one of the nation's premier travel destinations.
Employees at Elon enjoy a generous and comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• 28 annual days off, including holidays and vacation.
• Immediate tuition remission for employees.
• Retirement plan with an 8 percent contribution from the university.
• Immediate eligibility for health, dental and vision insurance, along with free acute care and lab services at our onsite Health & Wellness Clinic.
• Free use of campus fitness facilities.
• Free admission to musical and theater performances, guest speakers, religious and ethnic observances, recitals, art exhibitions, entertainment and our Division I Phoenix athletics.
  Eligibility for tuition remission at Elon for spouses, qualifying domestic partners and dependents begins at three years of service. After four years of employment, eligibility begins for participation in the Tuition Exchange, a national scholarship exchange program that enables dependents to enroll in nationally recognized partner colleges and universities.
  Elon values and celebrates the diverse backgrounds, cultures, experiences and perspectives of our community members. As an equal opportunity employer, Elon's principles of diversity extend to race and gender identity, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion, and other aspects of one's identity. At Elon, our employees respect human differences, passion for lifelong learning, emphasis on personal integrity and an ethic of service.
  Education Requirements
  Bachelors degree in biology or a related field is required.
  Degree/Major: Bachelor's degree in biology or related field
  Length of Experience:
  Supervisory Experience: No
  Supervisory Experience Detail
  No supervisory experience required.
  Special Skills or Experience
  The ideal candidate will have a strong desire to work with and mentor undergraduate students, as well as previous training in laboratory safety. The position also includes serving on the university-wide health safety and environmental management committee and developing, managing, and implementing department-wide safety related policies. A positive attitude, a willingness to accept new challenges, and flexibility with daily tasks is required. Strong interpersonal and writing skills are essential, as this role requires collaboration and coordination with many different faculty members within the Biology and Environmental Studies departments, other faculty and staff across campus, and other lab managers from difference science departments.
  Special Instructions to Applicants
  Application deadline is August 23, 2023. Elon University is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to a diverse faculty, staff and student body and welcomes all applicants.
  Posting Date: 08/07/2023
  Closing Date: 8/23/2023
  Open Until Filled: No
  General Purpose of Position
  Elon is seeking a science lab manager with strong organizational and interpersonal skills to support laboratory courses and faculty research, train and supervise undergraduate laboratory assistants, and manage supplies and equipment purchasing for the Biology and Environmental Studies departments.
  Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  The successful candidate will provide support to laboratory courses and faculty research endeavors. Flexibility is key to handle the challenges of two dynamic and growing departments. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  
  • Hiring, training, and supervising undergraduate teaching assistants.
  • Managerial duties such as budget oversight, purchasing coordination, and safety training.
  • Maintaining departmental chemical inventories and coordinating the safe disposal of hazardous materials.
  • Assisting in the growth and development of both departments by providing insight and suggestions during lab renovations and building updates.
  • Knowledge of appropriate computer software and ability to learn technical skills is necessary for the maintenance of research equipment, materials, and specimens.
  • Attend the University Safety Committee meetings, be familiar with OSHA regulations, and serve on the University IACUC.
  Education and Experience
  Bachelors degree in biology or a related field is required.
  Does this position require driving for the university? Yes
  Additional Information
  To apply, visit https://elon.peopleadmin.com/postings/9694
  Elon University is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to a diverse faculty, staff and student body and welcomes all applicants.
  Elon University has built a national reputation as a premier student-centered arts and sciences university that values strong relationships between students and their faculty and staff mentors. Elon is ranked among the top-100 National Universities by U.S. News & World Report, with a No. 1 ranking for excellence in undergraduate teaching and No. 9 for innovation. Global engagement is central to Elons experience and the Institute of International Education has ranked the institution No. 1 in the nation for study abroad for 16 straight years.In addition, Elon is the only university in the nation ranked in the top-20 by U.S. News for excellence in all eight academic programs "Focused on Student Success." Elons more than 7,000 students prepare to become the resilient, ambitious and ethical leaders the world needs, putting their knowledge into action on campus, in the community and around the globe.
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