Position Information
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Posting Title Instructional Lab Supervisor Department UNT-Chemistry-121200 Job Location Denton Full Time/Part Time Full-Time Retirement Eligibility TRS Eligible Additional Retirement Information
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Salary Information Commensurate with qualifications Department Summary
The University of North Texas (UNT) is a Carnegie R1 research university and a federally designated Hispanic-Serving Institution and Minority-Serving Institution, with a diverse population of over 40,000 students. UNT is located in Denton, a cultural hot spot on the northern edge of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, one of the fastest growing metropolitan areas in the country. The UNT Chemistry Department serves this diverse population of students through both undergraduate degrees (B.S., B.A.) and advanced degrees (M.S. and Ph.D.). Over 4000 undergraduates enroll in our large General Chemistry and Organic Chemistry lab and lecture courses each year. Our graduate program, currently with over 100 students, is focused on training the next generation of scientists in research. Our research-active faculty members pursue research in diverse areas ranging from materials chemistry to medicinal chemistry, with 80% of them receiving external financial support for their research through grants and contracts. Fulfilling our educational and research missions requires dedication to excellence and a strong sense of community among our outstanding staff and faculty members.
Position Overview
To supervise and maintain the physical facilities and the instrumentation in the General Chemistry and other assigned instructional laboratories in the Department of Chemistry. Will also provide instructional training use of laboratory equipment for graduate student teaching assistants assigned to General Chemistry instructional laboratories
Additional Posting Details
Minimum Qualifications
Master's Degree in related field and two years of related experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Working knowledge of equipment and instrumentation appropriate to the nature of the lab and/or the discipline, and of supplies including operation, set-up, storage, and maintenance. • Working knowledge of instructional applications related to the laboratory and/or the discipline. • Ability to make effective presentations of experiments or software, and provide instruction in laboratory techniques, use of equipment, use of software, procedures, and safety rules. • Ability to supervise work performed by others.
Preferred Qualifications
Required License / Registration / Certification Work Schedule
A 5-day work schedule during normal business hours is typical. After hours activities may occasionally be needed to respond to needs of evening and weekend lab classes.
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The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices.
Classification Title Instructional Lab Supervisor Physical Requirements Carrying, Cleaning, Climbing, Lifting up to 10 pounds, Lifting up to 25 pounds, Lifting up to 50 pounds, Pulling , Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Squatting, Stooping, Bending, Standing, Walking, Writing, Talk or Hear, Ability to communicate
Job Duties
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Prepare and maintain the instrumentation used by students in the General Chemistry instructional laboratories
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Monitor proper function of equipment/carry out standard performance checks in laboratories
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Provide oversight and assistance to students using the equipment
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Coordinate routine maintenance and repair of the instrument with Department Chair and Lead Lab Supervisor
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Coordinate and supervise student preppers to assure all equipment and chemicals are available and ready for use when needed for scheduled experiments in the undergraduate instructional laboratories
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Coordinate disposal of waste chemicals with personnel from Risk Management
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Monitor undergraduate laboratories and prep rooms for safety hazards and correct as needed
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Coordinate ordering of laboratory materials and supplies based on experiments scheduled by faculty
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Advise the Lead Lab Supervisor and Department Chair of financial resources needed from course fees to operate the General Chemistry labs
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Prepping of instructional laboratories as needed by the department
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Other duties as assigned by supervisor
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number S6290PPosition End Date (if temporary) Special Instructions to Applicants
Please provide a cover letter indicating your interest in the position, a resume or curriculum vitae, and a list of 2-3 professional references with contact information. We will notify you to get your approval before contacting any of these references.
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