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Auburn University Montgomery
Chemistry Lab Technician
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What they do
A Chemical Technician works with specialized equipment in research labs and chemical processing facilities, under the direction of scientists, chemists and engineers. Prepares chemical solutions, analyzes compounds, tests products, monitors chemical processing, monitors product quality and packaging in production facilities.
$50,349 / year median in Alabama
+4% projected growth
Job Description
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Montgomery, AL Categories:
Chemistry AUM Job Type:
Non-Faculty Position Type:
Part-Time Department:
Dept of Chemistry AUM Associated Division:
College of Sciences AUM Req ID:
9171 Overview This position will be half-time (20 hrs/wk) and the individual will be responsible for coordination of Chemistry Teaching Lab preparations, and for the performance of monthly safety inspections of science labs on campus. The Lab Coordinator duties will include oversight of day-to-day chemistry teaching laboratory operations and supporting the Chemistry teaching mission. The Lab Coordinator should have good communication skills with students, faculty, and administrative associates. This is a grant funded (fully soft money) position.For full consideration please include:
Cover Letter Resume Undergraduate and/or Graduate Transcript(s) (can be unofficial copies at application) Professional Reference Sheet Review of applications will begin immediately, and continue until the position is filled.Responsibilities Lab Coordinator Role:
- Ordering of chemicals and supplies for Department of Chemistry Teaching Labs
- Preparing chemical solutions for teaching laboratories
- Helping with recruitment of chemistry Teaching Assistants (TAs)
- Training TAs in proper chemical preparation techniques
- Oversight of stockroom chemical inventories Health Safety Technician Role
- Coordinating Hazardous and Biohazardous waste disposal in collaboration with the Campus Public Safety Technician
- Monthly safety inspections of teaching and research laboratories on campus, along with written feedback on observations
- Inspections of eye wash and shower stations in teaching and research labs Qualifications BS in Chemistry or related discipline (MS Preferred) Why Work at AUM?