"Laboratory Coordinator II"

Laboratory Coordinator II

University of Colorado Denver

Laboratory Coordinator II - 39284
Classified Staff

Position Details

University of Colorado | Denver
Class Title (Required by Rule): Laboratory Coordinator II
Working Title (Required by Rule): Laboratory Coordinator II
Working Location (Required by Rule): Auraria Campus Science Building, 1150 12th St, Denver, CO 80204
FTE: Full time (100% FTE) | In-Person
Salary Range: $5,478/month - $6,131.50/month
Position #00300161- Requisition #39284

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About the University of Colorado - Denver
The University of Colorado Denver is the state's premier public urban research university and equity-serving institution. Globally connected and locally invested, CU Denver partners with future-focused learners and communities to design accessible, relevant, transformative educational experiences for every stage of life and career. Across seven schools and colleges in the heart of downtown Denver, our leading faculty inspires and works alongside students to solve complex challenges through break through innovations and impactful research, and creative work. As part of the state's largest university system, CU Denver is a major contributor to the Colorado economy, with 2,000 employees and an annual economic impact of $800 million. For more information, visit ucdenver.edu.

Type of Announcement (Required by Rule)
Open Competitive: This position is open only to Colorado state residents.

Method of Appointment (Required by Rule)
Appointment to the vacancy or vacancies represented by this announcement is expected to be from the eligible list created. However, at the discretion of the appointing authority, the position(s) may be filled by another method of appointment for a valid articulated business reason.

Job Description (Required by Rule)
* Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers *

The Department of Chemistry, within the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences provides academic advisement and instruction in the chemical sciences to undergraduate and graduate-degree seeking students at the University of Colorado Denver Campus. The educational experience includes lectures, recitation, laboratory and independent research in basic subfields of chemistry such as organic, physical, analytical, inorganic and biochemistry. Emphasis on knowledge of the basic principles of chemistry including atomic and molecular theory and reactivity and properties of chemical substances are developed. Mathematical skills are applied to understand fundamental chemical relationships and manipulate experimental data.

The department provides courses to undergraduate science majors in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences as well as engineering majors in the College of Engineering. The department also services graduate studies to science and environmental students in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, College of Engineering and the Graduate School of Public Affairs. The work unit assists in these endeavors by preparing necessary instructional materials, chemicals, solutions, equipment, assembling chemical apparatus and providing staff support in training, safety guidance and the execution of administrative details of the Chemistry Department programs.

Laboratory Coordinator II

What you will do:
The state classified Laboratory Coordinator II position is responsible for providing student education laboratory related support services. This position procures and manages chemical inventory, instruments and equipment; ensures general chemistry operation protocol and procedures adheres to EH&S chemical management plan and safety regulations; manages hazardous materials, waste and records, and provides advisement to students, faculty, and staff on established procedures. The position is responsible for office and record keeping functions that support the student teaching chemistry laboratory.

Job duties/examples of work performed include:

• Oversee the UCDenver General Chemistry Teaching Labs - 50%
  • Monitor and report activities and operations within the labs.
  • Setup and take down weekly experiments.
  • Prepare chemical solutions and reagents.
  • Adhere to EH&S chemical management plan and safety regulations and maintain operational quantities of glassware, chemicals and equipment.
  • Oversee hood, plumbing and other infrastructure repairs to general teaching labs.
  • Serve as backup lab coordinator for the organic chemistry and other upper division labs as needed.
• Chemical Management - 20%
  • Organize, handle, store and inventory chemicals and waste to minimize hazards, exposure and environmental impact.
  • Monitor and maintain limited amounts of flammable materials per Denver Fire Code.
  • Execute safeguards as prescribed by EH&S to protect students and staff from these hazards and maintain records of chemical inventory and waste management.
  • Create and develop protocols for safe handling and storage of chemicals within the general chemistry labs.
• Procurement of chemicals, instruments and lab supplies - 15%
  • Procure materials related to academic lab instruction, including chemicals, glassware, disposables, instrumentation, safety supplies and external analytical services.
• Perform basic (weekly) NMR maintenance - 15%
  • Under direction of the Sr. Professional Research Assistant (PRA), refill Cryogen weekly to maintain the Chemistry Department NMR which requires the ordering of liquid nitrogen, transfer of the liquid nitrogen to a compatible/ nonmagnetic dewar if necessary and then filling the NMR with liquid nitrogen to prevent quenching.
  • Monitor liquid helium consumption and refill the magnet approximately twice per year.
  • Assist the Senior Professional Research Assistant with advanced NMR maintenance which includes changing the probe from standard to low temperature or liquid to solid state.

Qualifications you already possess (Minimum and Special Qualifications) (Required by Rule)

*Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at time of hire.*

• Four (4) years of hands-on experience supporting a post-secondary chemistry laboratory, including ALL of the following:
  • Preparing reagents and chemical solutions
  • Managing chemical inventory and hazardous waste in compliance with institutional or EH&S safety standards
  • Setting up and breaking down instructional lab experiments
  • Maintaining laboratory equipment and instrumentation (e.g., balances, spectrometers, hoods)
• AND; must have taken at least one (1) year of organic chemistry with lab and provide proof of passing grade(s) on transcript(s).

Substitution: An additional one (1) year of experience supporting an organic chemistry lab including preparing reagents and chemical solutions; managing chemical inventory and hazardous waste; setting up and breaking down instructional lab experiments; and maintaining laboratory equipment and instrumentation, may substitute for the required organic chemistry with lab course.

Preferred Qualification to possess (Preferred Qualifications) (Required by Rule)

• Bachelors of Science in Chemistry, Biochemistry, In/Organic Chemistry, Laboratory Management or other directly related field.
• Experience working directly with students in an instructional chemistry laboratory, such as supporting lab sections, providing safety guidance, or assisting with experiment setup.
• Experience maintaining or supporting analytical instrumentation, including NMR or comparable equipment used in teaching labs.
• Demonstrated experience complying with chemical safety standards, hazardous waste regulations, and safety protocols (e.g., EH&S)
• Experience with procurement of chemicals, lab supplies, and chemical equipment
• Experience troubleshooting lab techniques, experiments, and protocols.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to implement and communicate lab safety practices to students and faculty.
• Knowledge of general chemistry
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong analytical and interpersonal problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, and the ability to multi-task.
• Ability to take direction and use independent judgement.
• Ability to work quickly and accurately.
• Ability to maintain composure and effectively carry out last minute requests.
• Ability to establish, interpret and enforce complex rules, policies, guidelines and procedures.
• Ability to effectively train individuals with a wide variety of skill sets.
• Strong group work and collaboration skills.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of basic chemical storage and safety guidelines.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills, and the ability to quickly establish rapport.
• Knowledge of hazardous waste management practices and protocols.
• Knowledge of environmental health, safety protocols and safety requirements.

Conditions of Employment

• Colorado law requires that candidates for state government jobs be residents of Colorado at the time of application.
• This position requires an onsite presence on campus 5 days a week.

Mental, Physical, and/or Environmental Requirements

• Physical demands include: Climbing, crouching, feeling/touch/handling, field of vision, kneeling, reaching, stooping, talking, tasting /smelling.
• Mental functions include: Analyzing, communicating, comparing, compiling, computing, coordinating, instructing, interpersonal skills.
• Environmental conditions include: Potential exposure to chemical and general lab hazards, noise, potential exposure to electrical shock, Potential exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals, Working with explosives.

Required Application Materials (Required by Rule)
To apply, please visit: http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers and attach:
- A cover letter which specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications
- A current CV/resume
- List of three references (we will notify you prior to contacting both on and off-list references)

Questions should be directed to Paige Coakley-Sugihara, paige.coakley-sugihara@ucdenver.edu.

Closing Date (Required by Rule)
This application closes on Apr 15, 2026, 11:59:00 PM. Those who do not apply by this date may not be considered.

Job Category: Engineering and Architecture/Physical Science and Engineering
Primary Location: Denver
Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 30094 - CLAS-Chemistry
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: Mar 16, 2026
Unposting Date: Apr 16, 2026, 5:59:00 AM
Posting Contact Name: Paige Coakley-Sugihara
Posting Contact Email: paige.coakley-sugihara@ucdenver.edu
Position Number: 00300161