Laboratory Manager

Laboratory Manager The Department of the Built Environment is seeking a skilled and motivated Laboratory Manager to join our team. This role involves providing technical support and technology, managing inventory andmaintenance, and assisting students and faculty with operating laboratories and testing equipment. It also includes contributing to the maintenance, selection, development, renovation, and enhancement of laboratory facilities to ensure they meet the evolving needs of our programs. The position will report to the Department Chair.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide hands-on technical support for the labs in the Department of the BuiltEnvironment.
• Develop, maintain, and operate various testing and surveying equipment acrossthe following labs:
• Construction Lab
• Concrete Testing Lab
• Environmental Testing Lab
• Hydraulics and Fluid Mechanics Lab
• Material Testing Lab
• Soil Mechanics Lab
• Structural Testing Lab
• Surveying Lab
• Welding Lab
• 3D Printing Lab
• Design and develop new labs as needed
• Familiarity with ASTM standards and experimentation procedures.
• Knowledge of OSHA's Laboratory Standard; prepare safety guidelines and otherdocuments relevant to the proper use of laboratory equipment.
• Provide signs and kits for general safety, security, and arrangement of thelaboratory area.
• Develop manuals and maintain step-by-step instructions for conducting tests.
• Prepare, operate, and train on experimental procedures, including thepreparation of test specimens, setup, instrumentation, data acquisition,analysis, and cleanup.
• Assist students and faculty to ensure students follow safe practices andreceive proper training.
• Aid in classroom instruction and research setup.
• Provide information related to the laboratories to students, staff, andinstructors.
• Research and select equipment needs; order materials and supplies asnecessary.
• Manage shipping, handling, and installation of equipment for laboratorycourses.
• Assist with the fabrication, assembly, and/or repair of laboratory equipment.
• Perform minor maintenance and repairs on equipment and maintain contactwith appropriate vendors to coordinate repairs.
• Manage and calibrate lab equipment and software; perform regular upgradesto ensure systems remain current.
• Manage an inventory of spare parts and enforce practices of general laboratoryorganization and cleanliness.
• Dispose of surplus test materials in accordance with established procedures.
• Work with students individually and in groups to provide direct assistance andsupervise them while working on hands-on lab projects.
• Possess working knowledge of data acquisition and data processing software(e.

g., Lab

VIEW, MATLAB

).

• Work closely with department faculty.
• Accept a flexible schedule and work as part of a team.
• This position will require moving, lifting, and carrying materials and equipmentweighing up to 70 pounds, standing or sitting for extended periods, andworking indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the

DepartmentRequired Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Civil, Construction, or Mechanical Engineering (or otherrelated areas of engineering).
• Two years of relevant experience.
• Familiarity with civil and construction equipment and laboratory tests.
• Experience with implementing and maintaining equipment inventories andmaintenance schedules.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Desire and ability to work closely with faculty, instructional staff, and studentsin a customer support role.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work cooperatively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work proactively with minimal supervision.

Physical Demands:

May be required to perform physical work requiring bending, stooping, reaching, carrying, and frequent heavy lifting; to work in adverse weather conditions; to wear and work in personal protective equipment. May require lifting up to 25 lbs. Requires communication with a variety of constituents externally and internally. Requires operation of a variety of office equipment.

Preferences:

Master's DegreeLicenses/ Certifications:

N/A Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience:

Three (3) years of professional laboratory experience. One (1) year of experience leading or supervising professional staff.

Other:

Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education. Knowledge of the dynamics of microbiology courses. Knowledge of the development of media and other support materials. Skill in oral and written communication. Skill in the use of Microsoft Office products. Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws. Ability to multitask while demonstrating a commitment to customer service and sensitivity to a culturally and ethnically diverse community. Additional Job Details

Required Application Materials:

Cover letter, resume, and the names of three current professional references including e-mail address, and telephone number. All applicants must apply using the new online application system. Please visit umd.wd1.myworkdayjobs/UMES to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.

Best Consideration Date:

02/24/2025

Posting Close Date:

N/A

Open Until Filled:

Yes Department UMES-BNTC-The Built Environment Worker Sub-Type Staff Regular Salary Range $60,000 - $80,000