Lab Manager - Chemistry, Biochemistry and Physics

Lab Manager – Chemistry, Biochemistry and Physics

Working Title Lab Manager – Chemistry, Biochemistry and Physics

Physical Location of Position (City):
Brookings

South Dakota State University’s Department of Chemistry, Biochemistry and Physics is searching for a dedicated Lab Manager to join our team and support the department in delivering high quality education across all programs.
This position is a 12-month, full-time, benefits-eligible and located in Brookings.

The Department of Chemistry, Biochemistry and Physics provides students with a solid foundation in scientific disciplines through challenging coursework, laboratory explorations and research opportunities. Our recent graduates have gone on to work at local or national companies and research laboratories, attend medical schools, pursue graduate degrees and teach at the high school and university levels.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

The Lab Manager is responsible for managing the laboratories of the Chemistry, Biochemistry and Physics department, delivering selected instructional content, and managing the equipment in the department, including highly sophisticated equipment, specifically the mass spectrometry and nuclear magnetic resonance facility equipment assets. This lab manager will supervise the stockroom technician and student assistants. The manager is also responsible for the safety program for the department.

SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions.

Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines.

• A master’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry or Physics or closely related field by hire date.
• Minimum of 1 year of related work experience directing laboratory operations.
• Experience with supervising or directing the work of others.
• Effective written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Knowledge of safety protocols.
• Experience with troubleshooting and maintenance of scientific equipment.

• A PhD in Chemistry, Biochemistry or Physics or closely related field by application date.
• Previous teaching experience.

SDState accepts applications through an on-line employment site. :
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, search by the position title, view the job announcement, and click on “apply for this job.” This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, resume, and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references.

Email applications will not be accepted. Please contact SDState Human Resources at  if you require assistance with this process.

Any offer of employment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check.

SDState is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land‑grant access mission. SDSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits unlawful discrimination of all legally protected classes in the offering of all educational programs and employment.

Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing HR
. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact:
Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: .