Temporary Lab Support Coordinator

The Department of Chemistry encourages applications for the Temporary Lab Support Coordinator! This role is entrusted with a variety of critical tasks including the preparation of solutions and reagents, maintenance of equipment and instruments, and the distribution of materials required for student experiments. Additionally, the role involves the decontamination of glassware and equipment, as well as the compliance of safety policies within the laboratory environment.

The lab support coordinator will also be responsible for packaging and labeling chemical wastes in preparation for disposal. A key part of the role includes the creation and maintenance of efficient record-keeping systems, ensuring that all activities and materials are accurately detailed and handled. This position demands a highly organized individual with a keen attention to detail and a strong commitment to safety and procedural compliance.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

The Department of Chemistry emphasizes knowledge of the basic principles of chemistry, including atomic and molecular theory, the states of matter, and reactivities and properties of chemical substances. Students study the basic subfields of chemistry, such as organic, physical, analytical, and inorganic chemistry, all while developing the mathematical skills to understand fundamental chemical relationships and to manipulate experimental data. Graduates also learn safe chemical practices, including handling waste, safety equipment, assembling chemical apparatus, and designing experiments.

• Prepare chemical solutions and reagents for use in experiments.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment, including colorimeters, conductivity meters, pH meters, heat blocks, centrifuges, and temperature probes.
• Maintain and distribute chemicals, equipment, and instruments to lab rooms.
• Hazardous waste disposal.
• Implement and follow laboratory safety protocols and standard operation procedures.
• Assist in the inventory management of laboratory supplies and chemicals.
• Implement quality control measures to ensure reliability and accuracy of equipment.
• Maintain a clean and organized laboratory environment to facilitate efficient workflow and safety.
• Organizing and maintaining digital records which include training documentation, safety documentation, data entry, and other documents/files that ensure the lab operates efficiently.

• This is a full-time, temporary role that we anticipate lasting through the spring semester. The typical schedule is outlined below; however, some flexibility is required, as hours and days may occasionally change based on operational needs.
• Monday 10:30am-630pm
• Tuesday 7:30am-5:30pm
• Wednesday 10:30am-6:30pm
• Thursday 7:30am-5:30pm
• Friday 8am-5pm

The salary range for this position is $20-22 per hour.

Temporary positions at the University of Colorado are not benefits-eligible, however, all positions are eligible for paid sick leave.

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• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Chemistry or a related science field.

• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in establishing work priorities, providing follow through, and meeting established deadlines.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently…