Part-Time Physical Science Lab Coordinator

Job Title: Part-time Physical Science Lab Coordinator

Department: Arts, Sciences, and Business

Salary Range: $15.30-$17.00 per hour

Immediate Supervisor: Physical Science Department Chair

Schedule Details: Part-time (not to exceed 19.5 hours per week)

Position Summary

The part-time Physical Science Lab Coordinator works in support of the physical science department, assisting with lab set up and coordinating lab schedules for all the physical science labs.

Essential Job Duties

• Coordinate weekly laboratory sessions for the Physical Science Department.
• Prepare lab materials and setups independently or in collaboration with work-study students.
• Maintain and organize laboratory spaces, ensuring they are clean, stocked, and ready for instruction.
• Operate, maintain, and support laboratory equipment and related technologies.
• Manage the ordering, receiving, inventory, and storage of lab supplies and equipment.
• Ensure proper care, calibration, maintenance, and safety of all departmental materials and instruments.
• Communicate effectively with faculty regarding equipment, chemicals, and lab organization.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Academic background in a science related field (including various high school and college coursework).
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Maintain a dependable work schedule and uphold professional standards of punctuality and attendance.
• Ability to use information technology for professional productivity (such as Microsoft Office Suite).
  
  

Preferred Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Experience in preparation of chemical solutions.
• Knowledge of scientific weights and measures.
• Experience in receiving and stocking.
• Experience working within a collegiate setting.
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT: (The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.)

Environment: Work is performed primarily in a standard office setting with frequent interruptions and distractions.  Requires extended periods of time viewing computer monitor or standing; may require adjustment of schedule to include some evening and/or weekends; may encounter occasional exposure to inclement weather during travel. 

Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard. 

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