The Division of Biology and Biochemistry at Alfred University seeks
a qualified lab administrator for our teaching laboratories. The
Biology Lab Administrator is responsible for teaching and research
assistance for faculty and students in Biology, with preparation of
diverse teaching materials for a range of upper and lower division
biology and biochemistry courses being of highest priority. The lab
administrator will oversee and organize laboratories and supplies,
implement improved safety procedures, and maintain divisional
facilities. The lab administrator will be responsible for hiring
and managing a crew of student work study technicians.
The division of Biology and Biochemistry at Alfred University is a
collaborative and collegial group of faculty and staff who are
dedicated to teaching excellence. We look forward to welcoming a
colleague who will provide essential support in our mission, and
who demonstrates commitment to the values of our small-college
environment.
Rate: $25.43-$26.90, 35 hours per week
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Coordinates, and performs set-up and clean-up for Biology teaching labs to include (but not limited to) the following: • Coordinate and prioritize requests from (multiple) divisional faculty for lab and course materials prep • Prepare chemical reagents and media for teaching and research labs, and oversee proper disposal • Working with organisms, maintain cultures, and ensure proper disposal • Gather materials and equipment, complete lab set-ups, and oversee clean-ups of laboratory classrooms…
and active learning spaces • Maintain a log and record of lab preps, calculations, recipes, and clean-up requirements for annual reference
Supervises and instructs work study students:
- Trains in proper procedures and assures proper and safe
work
- Coordinates schedules
- Documents and assigns tasks and oversees time sheets
- Oversees and supervises work
Works independently and is aware of, understands, and maintains
divisional compliance with EPA, OSHA, DEC and CDC regulations and
guidelines related to chemical and biological hazards and
waste
Maintain chemical inventory-includes updating inventory,
labeling, proper and safe storage, and proper disposal
Responsible for monitoring, treatment, and disposal of
biohazardous waste (BSLI and BSLII) and ensuring the division
remains in compliance with all appropriate regulations
Responsible for monitoring, treatment, and disposal of chemical
waste, including Satellite Accumulation Area {SAA) inspections,
disposal, and documentation
Maintains a safe working environment, participate in safety
training, and comply with safety rules, regulations, and
protocols
Participates as a member of the BioSafety and Chemical Hygiene
Committees, as relevant
Maintains equipment and general supplies stocks for the
division:
- Maintains equipment (such as balances, centrifuges,
microscopes, meters, spectrophotometers, deionized water system,
autoclave, dishwasher, laptop computers) performing routine
maintenance or coordination of contracts of external personnel as
appropriate
- Researches, writes, and updates procedures related to equipment
use and maintenance
- Keeps database of divisional equipment
- Requests quotes, research, and order supplies and equipment to
maintain common equipment and supplies - deals with multiple
vendors
Perform additional duties and assist with special projects as
assigned
Requirements:
- Formal Eduaction:
- Bachelor's degree in Biology or related field, Masters
preferred
- Experience:
- Equivalent one year of experience working in
biology and/or chemistry laboratory
- Additional Knowledge/Skills:
- Uses own judgment in setting priorities; takes
initiative in unexpected situations; stays current in techniques
and standards of a modern biological teaching lab; and performs
other tasks as requested
- Essential Functions:
- With or without reasonable accommodations the incumbent must be
able to read and write and speak the English language at a college
level, be capable of performing sometimes complex mathematical
calculations, statistical calculations, and other higher
mathematical operations, must be able to communicate with all
levels of the institution in written and spoken form. The
individual must be able to work independently. The ability to
maintain regular and prompt attendance during the academic year is
essential to the successful performance of this position. Other
essential functions may be required
Physical Enviroment
Personal Protective Equipment must be worn when required. A
respiratory function test and the ability to use respirators may be
required. Stairs and uneven surfaces may be present; Artificial
lifts, etc. may or may not be available. The position may require
the incumbent to walk outdoors in all types of weather to other
buildings or offices located on the campus. The Campus is in an
area that contains numerous hills and slopes and may not always be
fully accessible for mobility impaired individuals.
Alfred University actively subscribes to a policy of equal
employment opportunity, and will not discriminate against any
employee, student or applicant because of race, age, sex, color,
sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, physical
or mental disability, religion, ancestry or national origin,
marital status, genetic information, military or veteran status,
domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction status,
political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by
applicable law.