Academic Laboratory Specialist

Job Details

Academic Laboratory Specialist

Application Deadline
4/27/2026

Full-Time Regular
201516

[C26-015]

Academic Laboratory Specialist

School of Engineering, Science and Technology

Chemistry & Biochemistry Department

Central Connecticut State University invites applications to join School of Engineering, Science and Technology as an Academic Laboratory Specialist. We seek applicants who can assist with the smooth operation of the Chemistry & Biochemistry department’s teaching and research labs by maintaining equipment and providing the day-to-day technical needs of the school laboratories; demonstrate commitment to multiculturalism and working with a diverse faculty and student body.

Central Connecticut State University is the first publicly funded university in the state. As we celebrate 175 years of academic excellence and innovation, please visit CCSU to learn more.

ABOUT CCSU’S SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

The School of Engineering, Science, and Technology (SEST) serves students from diverse backgrounds, enabling them to become leaders and responsible citizens. The school achieves this by providing high-quality educational experiences in STEM disciplines at the undergraduate and graduate levels through excellent instruction, research, outreach, and innovative programs. The School is a leader in developing cross-disciplinary initiatives that combine and expand the talents of students and faculty across the university. SEST facilities include a new 80,000 square-foot Applied Innovation Hub and AI Lab. Industry partners regularly work with students and faculty in our state-of-the-art labs to engage in applied research and employer-based projects. Our graduates are well-prepared for a multidisciplinary world thanks to a flexible and diverse curriculum, informed through strong employer partnerships, which meets the needs for a well-educated and skilled workforce.

Position Profile

The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining the Schools’s Chemistry & Biochemistry laboratories. The Academic Laboratory Specialist is responsible for maintaining the Department’s laboratories and support facilities, inventory of chemicals and supplies, and ensuring a proper maintenance schedule for equipment. The Academic Laboratory Specialist prepares laboratories for instructional, and outreach use and manages hazardous waste generated by department research and teaching activities.

Supervision Exercised

May supervise support staff.

Position Responsibilities

• Assists the Chairperson or Dean’s designee with purchasing laboratory supplies and equipment, oversight of supply budgets, approving and processing invoices for payment. Prepares service contracts for laboratory and other department equipment, and performs minor repairs as needed.
• Responsible for the preparation, setup, and clean-up of class laboratory sessions in coordination with faculty.
• Maintains the Department’s equipment, systems, instruments, and computers establishing a routine maintenance schedule and arranging for repair services with vendors. Submits work orders to Facilities Management as appropriate.
• Maintains inventory of all chemicals in the academic department purchased, stored, and disposed of, in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, and in coordination with the University Department of Environmental Health and Safety, where applicable.
• Assists in the preparation and editing of laboratory manuals for lab courses. Monitors laboratory activity during student “open lab” sessions.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities related to those enumerated above which do not alter the basic level and responsibilities of the position.

Applicant Evaluative Criteria

Applicant profiles and supplementary materials will be evaluated for appointment based on the following:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in academic discipline in area where assigned or related field and three years of experience in laboratory technical, education, or research work in the assigned discipline or field.

Experience and Training:

• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks and make responsible fiscal and safety decisions.
• Credentials and/or experience substantially comparable to the above may be considered.

Ideal Candidate

Preference will be given to applicants with the following:

• Supervisory experience of laboratory personnel is desirable.
• Demonstrated desire to participate in continuing training.

To Apply

To begin the application process, select the “Apply” button and electronically submit the following documents by April 27, 2026. Please be sure that you explicitly discuss how your experience and skills match each required and preferred qualification.

• Letter of interest addressing the qualifications for this position.
• Current Résumé
• Names of three current professional references with title, email addresses and telephone numbers.

Incomplete or late applications will not be considered. E-mailed and mailed applications will not be accepted. Please redact any personally identifiable information (i.e., Social Security Number, date of birth, marital status, country of origin) from any documents submitted.

Inquiries may be sent to Dr. Barry Westcott, Search Committee Chair, at 860-832-2677 or westcottb@ccsu.edu.

Compensation and Employee Benefits

The Academic Laboratory Specialist is compensated at the Administrator 3 salary level in accordance with the State University Organization of Administrative Faculty (SUOAF) Collective Bargaining Union Agreement.

For more information, please visit SUOAF.

The State of Connecticut and Central Connecticut State University are proud to offer its employees competitive wages and a wide range of fringe benefits including voluntary and supplemental benefits.

Fringe benefits include: paid personal, vacation and sick leave accruals; medical, dental, and prescription plans; group life insurance; retirement; retiree health care; tuition waiver for employee and eligible dependents at any of the Connecticut State Universities (Central, Eastern, Southern or Western) as well as an array of voluntary and supplemental benefits such as Deferred Retirement Contribution plans, Dependent Care Assistance and Medical Flexible spending accounts; long and short term disability insurance plans.

For more detailed information, please visit CCSU Human Resources.