Laboratory Coordinator - Biology

Laboratory Coordinator - Biology

Job ID: 242595
Location: Statesboro, Georgia
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

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Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America's Best Midsize Employers. Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world.

Location
Statesboro

Department Information
0151001 - Department of Biology

Job Summary
Oversee daily operation of laboratory facilities.

Due to the Governor's approval for the Cost of Living Adjustment to Fiscal Years 2022 and 2023, final salaries at the time of hire may be impacted, but will not be lower than what is advertised.

Responsibilities

• Perform related duties as assigned to support the mission of the University
• Prepare materials for standardized biology labs: DNA extraction reagents, PCR reagents, bacteriological media, buffers, standards, and solutions
• Ensure safety regulations and policies are being adhered to within assigned labs to include proper PPE, chemical inventory, and waste disposal
• Purchase laboratory materials for assigned courses and follow p-card policies and procedures
• Inventory office supplies and order items as needed
• Assist in maintaining the stock room and ensure stock items are ordered and delivered in a timely fashion
• Coordinate with vendors to ensure delivery dates are within appropriate time frames
• Liaison with Biology Administrative Coordinator to work within each courses allocated semester budget and receive the necessary approvals in a timely fashion
• Maintain current training, ensure the security of assigned University purchase card, follow proper procedure for approval and purchase of items not available in the eprocurement system, and reconcile purchases, receipts, and packing slips monthly
• Receive items in the eprocurement system promptly to ensure invoices are paid expediently
• Procure quotes for large quantities and large ticket items from approved vendors to ensure budgets are utilized efficiently
• Coordinate with course coordinators to manage and spend their laboratory fee allocations each semester
• Train and supervise student assistants
• Coordinate and train graduate teaching assistants in the assigned courses
• Track assigned lab courses each semester and schedule preparation of materials to provide efficient delivery of laboratory content
• Coordinate with instructors to ensure that all materials necessary for laboratory courses are available and in inventory
• Maintain annual review of laboratory prep notes and coordinate with instructors to add and remove details as lab materials and needs change
• Coordinate with instructors to research and test new protocols and products as lab materials and needs change
• Coordinate annual equipment inventory in assigned spaces
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and coordinate with service providers to ensure equipment is safe and in proper working order
• Work within the EHS Assistant (Environmental Health Safety) program to maintain chemical inventory and discard hazardous waste as necessary
• Ensure all chemicals, chemical solutions and waste are properly labeled
• Manage the setup of assigned standardized biology laboratories and ensure materials are restocked and available to multi-section courses

Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's degree

Required Experience

• Two (2) or more years of related work experience

Proposed Salary
$45,200 - $46,629.95

This position is non-exempt and paid on a biweekly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

• Please provide three (3) professional references in the Required Documents to Attach section on your application.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
ABILITIES

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to work well in a diverse and inclusive environment through commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion
• Proficiency with computer and Microsoft Office applications software including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and secure information sensitive in nature
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

KNOWLEDGE

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success
• Familiarity with laboratory safety and basic laboratory skills

SKILLS

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

Apply Before Date
July 8, 2022

Contact Information
For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) 478-6947 or by e-mail at hrservice@georgiasouthern.edu.

For technical support, please call the Shared Services Center at (877) 251-2644 or oneusgsupport@usg.edu.

Conditions of Employment
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.

Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.

Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Georgia Southern University provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicant for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the America with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: (912) 478-6947.

Other Information

• Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation
• Work performed in a teaching labs and lab support spaces
• Workweek may occasionally extend beyond 40 hours
• Occasional travel may be required

Background Check
Position of Trust, Education, and Credit

Other Information
Believing that diversity, equity, and inclusion contribute to excellence in the workplace and to the quality of the University's academic environment, Georgia Southern University is committed to recruiting and retaining diverse faculty and staff to support, promote, and serve a diverse student body and promote Inclusive Excellence. Candidates from underrepresented groups, whose work furthers the institution's Inclusive Excellence goals, and who bring to campus varied life experiences, perspectives and backgrounds are especially encouraged to apply.


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