Chemistry Lab Manager and Chemical Hygiene Officer

Earlham College is a Top 100 National Liberal Arts College located in Richmond, IN, a small city that's just a short drive away from several major metropolitan areas including Dayton, Cincinnati, Indianapolis and Chicago.

Richmond and Earlham have a symbiotic relationship. Through research, studies, internships and volunteering, Earlhamites offer Richmond expertise and service as Richmond offers our students the chance to gain valuable, real-world experience. Our community assumes no religious affiliation but follows Quaker principles and practices, which include respect for persons, integrity, a commitment to peace and justice, simplicity, and consensus-based community decision-making. Earlham is committed to and proud of being a diverse and inclusive place most clearly visible in our student body: 20% of our student body are international, coming from 60+ nations in 2022, and 24% are domestic students of color. Faculty and staff also bring tremendous diversity to the College; many have lived and worked outside the United States, and they make a point of drawing on those experiences in their interactions with students. Additionally, Earlham makes it a priority to serve as a safe and welcoming place for LGBTQ+ communities and has a four-star rating on the Campus Pride Index. Our community is characterized by respect for every person and a commitment to social justice. Equity and inclusion are central to Earlham's institutional priorities and our leadership is committed to widening the path to an Earlham education.

Earlham College is seeking a Chemistry Laboratory Manager and Chemical Hygiene Officer to join our team!

Summary:

The Laboratory Manager is responsible for the overall organization and routine operation of the chemistry instructional laboratories. As the Chemical Hygiene Officer, this position focuses on the campus-wide management of chemical inventory, hazardous waste handling and disposal, and safety training.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

As the Chemistry Laboratory Manager:

• Coordinate, order, and manage the inventory of chemicals and supplies.
• Prepare materials (chemicals and specialty equipment) for assigned experiments in all courses.
• Supervise, train, and schedule student stockroom workers.
• Oversee the maintenance and use of laboratory instruments (e.g., FTIR, HPLC, AA, etc.).
• Work in collaboration with stockroom supervisors, and appropriate staff, to maintain an accurate and updated chemical inventory for the College.
• Conduct laboratory inspections periodically to ensure compliance.
• Maintain a Material Safety Data Sheet database.
• Proactively identify and attend appropriate training courses as needed (Laboratory Waste Management, Hazardous Material Training, Biosafety, etc.).

As the Chemical Hygiene Officer:

• Work with the faculty and administration to maintain and update a Chemical Hygiene Plan in compliance with the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA).
• Conduct regular safety training for faculty, staff, and students working with and around hazardous chemicals in the workplace (training should include safe work practices, use of personal protective equipment, and procedures dealing with accidents involving toxic substances). Maintain centralized records documenting training. Ensure that staff and students understand the training received.
• Work with faculty to monitor safe use and disposal of chemicals.
• Investigate and complete a report for any incident involving chemicals or exposure on campus.
• Provide reports of chemical hygiene activities performed.
• Complete and annually refresh RCRA and hazmat shipping training.
• Learn and apply the contents of relevant regulations concerning chemical safety.
• Act as a resource for students, faculty, and staff on problems related to chemical safety.
• Perform required safety audits.
• Organize annual hazardous waste disposal.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirement is a B.A. or B.S. degree in Chemistry or related f ield; M.A. or M.S. applicants are also encouraged.
  
  
• Experience with modern laboratory ins trumentation is desirable.
  
  
• An aptitude for routine repair and maintenance of equipment is important.
  
  
• The Manager must have good communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills, as well as possess excellent organizational skills.
  
  
• The Manager should enjoy working with college-age students; previous experience supervising, training, and scheduling workers is a plus.
  
  
• Basic computer skills are required.
  
  

Benefits Working at Earlham:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance*
  
  
• Company paid Long-Term Disability after 1 year of full-time service*
  
  
• Basic and Voluntary Life insurance*
  
  
• Employee Assistance Program*
  
  
• Campus Store Discount
  
  
• Free ticket vouchers for Richmond Symphony Orchestra
  
  
• Wellness Center Free Membership or Discount for eligible employees
  
  
• Athletic Games-Free entry to all home games
  
  
• Free entry into most Theatre/Music shows
  
  
• Tuition Benefits for Immediate Family for eligible employees*
  
  
• 403(b) Retirement* – For eligible employees, Earlham will contribute a non-elective contribution equal to 5% of gross pay after 2 years of service. After 3 years of service, this non-elective contribution increases to 8%. Vesting credit is available for new employees with previous service in the education sector with required documentation.
  
  
• Many Wayne County Chamber of Commerce member businesses offer discounts to anyone with an Earlham ID
  
  

*All employee benefit offerings are subject to employee eligibility per plan documents.

The review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

To Apply

• Please submit the following application materials through our Earlham Careers Portal
  
  
• Cover letter - Please address your thinking and experience with matters of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, as it relates and specifically pertains to this position.
  
  
• Resume
  
  
• List of Three References with Contact Information
  
  

Earlham College is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse community, one that reflects the makeup of society at large and that particularly welcomes and supports individuals from groups that have been historically marginalized because of factors such as race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, socioeconomic class, and physical ability. The College strongly encourages applications from women and people of color. As an institution with a Quaker identity, the College also solicits applications from members of the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers).

Earlham's Work Authorization Policy

Earlham utilizes E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility for all newly hired employees within the United States.