Marist University
Overview
Position Title: Physical Sciences Lab Coordinator
Department/School: Chemistry, Biochemistry, & Physics / School of Science
Salary/Pay Rate: $60,405.80 – $63,000
Summary: The School of Science at Marist University invites applications for a full-time Physical Sciences Laboratory Coordinator to ensure the proper functioning of the Chemistry, Biochemistry, & Physics Department’s teaching laboratories. Responsibilities include inventory control and lab/stockroom management; weekly lab setup and breakdown; hazardous waste management; hiring, training and supervising student lab assistants; orienting faculty and lab assistants on lab safety and exercises; instrument and equipment maintenance; and teaching one section of lab (alternating between General and Organic Chemistry) per academic year.
Responsibilities (Essential Functions)
Set up and break down laboratory experiments for multi-section labs, monitor and restock supplies, and manage hazardous waste collection and disposal for teaching labs.
Communicate with instructors and student lab assistants weekly to ensure labs run properly and safely, and assist with issues that arise during lab.
Teach General Chemistry and Organic Chemistry labs, one section per year (alternating between courses).
Ensure proper functioning and organized storage within the stockroom and teaching labs, and perform summer cleaning and organization.
Manage inventory control and create orders for teaching lab supplies/consumables, chemicals, equipment, and personal protective equipment (PPE).
Help maintain a strong laboratory safety culture.
Assist faculty with recruiting and hiring student lab assistants.
Supervise, train, and oversee timesheet completion for student lab assistants.
Help maintain lab-related learning management system sites to organize and disseminate faculty-created lab assignments and documents and lab prep materials.
Maintain equipment and instruments, including performing weekly routine maintenance of the department’s NMR spectrometer.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications
M.S. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field or B.S. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field with >2 years of related lab experience.
Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and proficiency with basic computer tools (e.g., spreadsheets and collaboration platforms).
Working knowledge of the principles and practice of General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Physics Lab, including solution preparation, instrument calibration, proper chemical handling, and lab safety.
Preferred Qualifications
M.S. or Ph.D. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field
Prior experience teaching chemistry labs
Prior experience maintaining an NMR spectrometer, and/or other major lab equipment
Required Application Documents:
Resume, Cover Letter, & Contact Information of 3 Professional References
Benefits The position includes a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following:
3 weeks of paid vacation; 4 weeks beginning in the 6th year of employment
Unlimited paid sick time
14+ paid holidays per year
Medical, Dental & Vision insurance programs with 15% employee / 85% employer contribution; Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care (DCA)
Life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability programs and workers' compensation
403(b) defined contribution plan: first 6 years University contributes 7.5%, employee 4%; year 7 University 10.5%, 12% after 15 years; employee 1% from year 7 onward
403(b) Tax Deferred Annuity – Roth option available; voluntary, up to IRS maximum
Tuition Benefits: up to 16 undergraduate credits per semester and up to 18 graduate credits per academic calendar; eligible for employee, spouse, and dependent children under age 26; employer pays 100% tuition; dependents may be reimbursed up to $2,000 per semester toward tuition at another accredited institution
*Eligibility requirements including waiting periods and/or employee probationary periods may apply at the discretion of the University.
About the Department/School The School of Science combines scientific principles with practice through the application of knowledge, scientific literacy, and research. Students in the natural, physical, and health sciences have access to top facilities, internships, clinical rotations, and hands-on research. The Department of Chemistry, Biochemistry, & Physics fosters a robust lab safety culture and a strong sense of community, where students are the central focus and faculty and staff are accessible and approachable.
About Marist University Founded in 1929, Marist is a comprehensive, independent four-year institution with campuses in Poughkeepsie, NY, and Florence, Italy. The University offers over 70 programs and emphasizes experiential learning. Marist aims to nurture a welcoming, inclusive community and prepares students for successful careers and further study.
For more information, please visit marist.edu/about.
Position Details
Type of Position: Full-time
Classification: Administrative (Exempt)
Months per Year: 12
Work Schedule: Academic Year, Monday–Friday (7:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.), with occasional later days depending on lab scheduling. Non-Academic Year, Monday–Friday (8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.). Availability to respond to lab emergencies during off-hours
Hours per Week: 37.5
Location: Marist University Main Campus
Number of Position Openings: 1
Equal Employment Statement Marist University is committed to creating an inclusive workforce by ensuring barriers to equal employment opportunity and upward mobility do not exist. The University strives for full and fair participation of all members of the Marist community. Equal opportunity means employment, development, and promotion without consideration of race, color, disability, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected status unless required by law. The University will review its policies to identify and remove barriers and will explore alternative approaches if any policy or practice negatively impacts protected groups. The University’s non-discrimination policy extends to all services and programs provided. Discrimination in employment or attendance is prohibited by policy.
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Department/School: Chemistry, Biochemistry, & Physics / School of Science
Salary/Pay Rate: $60,405.80 – $63,000
Summary: The School of Science at Marist University invites applications for a full-time Physical Sciences Laboratory Coordinator to ensure the proper functioning of the Chemistry, Biochemistry, & Physics Department’s teaching laboratories. Responsibilities include inventory control and lab/stockroom management; weekly lab setup and breakdown; hazardous waste management; hiring, training and supervising student lab assistants; orienting faculty and lab assistants on lab safety and exercises; instrument and equipment maintenance; and teaching one section of lab (alternating between General and Organic Chemistry) per academic year.
Responsibilities (Essential Functions)
Set up and break down laboratory experiments for multi-section labs, monitor and restock supplies, and manage hazardous waste collection and disposal for teaching labs.
Communicate with instructors and student lab assistants weekly to ensure labs run properly and safely, and assist with issues that arise during lab.
Teach General Chemistry and Organic Chemistry labs, one section per year (alternating between courses).
Ensure proper functioning and organized storage within the stockroom and teaching labs, and perform summer cleaning and organization.
Manage inventory control and create orders for teaching lab supplies/consumables, chemicals, equipment, and personal protective equipment (PPE).
Help maintain a strong laboratory safety culture.
Assist faculty with recruiting and hiring student lab assistants.
Supervise, train, and oversee timesheet completion for student lab assistants.
Help maintain lab-related learning management system sites to organize and disseminate faculty-created lab assignments and documents and lab prep materials.
Maintain equipment and instruments, including performing weekly routine maintenance of the department’s NMR spectrometer.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications
M.S. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field or B.S. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field with >2 years of related lab experience.
Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and proficiency with basic computer tools (e.g., spreadsheets and collaboration platforms).
Working knowledge of the principles and practice of General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Physics Lab, including solution preparation, instrument calibration, proper chemical handling, and lab safety.
Preferred Qualifications
M.S. or Ph.D. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field
Prior experience teaching chemistry labs
Prior experience maintaining an NMR spectrometer, and/or other major lab equipment
Required Application Documents:
Resume, Cover Letter, & Contact Information of 3 Professional References
Benefits The position includes a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following:
3 weeks of paid vacation; 4 weeks beginning in the 6th year of employment
Unlimited paid sick time
14+ paid holidays per year
Medical, Dental & Vision insurance programs with 15% employee / 85% employer contribution; Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care (DCA)
Life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability programs and workers' compensation
403(b) defined contribution plan: first 6 years University contributes 7.5%, employee 4%; year 7 University 10.5%, 12% after 15 years; employee 1% from year 7 onward
403(b) Tax Deferred Annuity – Roth option available; voluntary, up to IRS maximum
Tuition Benefits: up to 16 undergraduate credits per semester and up to 18 graduate credits per academic calendar; eligible for employee, spouse, and dependent children under age 26; employer pays 100% tuition; dependents may be reimbursed up to $2,000 per semester toward tuition at another accredited institution
*Eligibility requirements including waiting periods and/or employee probationary periods may apply at the discretion of the University.
About the Department/School The School of Science combines scientific principles with practice through the application of knowledge, scientific literacy, and research. Students in the natural, physical, and health sciences have access to top facilities, internships, clinical rotations, and hands-on research. The Department of Chemistry, Biochemistry, & Physics fosters a robust lab safety culture and a strong sense of community, where students are the central focus and faculty and staff are accessible and approachable.
About Marist University Founded in 1929, Marist is a comprehensive, independent four-year institution with campuses in Poughkeepsie, NY, and Florence, Italy. The University offers over 70 programs and emphasizes experiential learning. Marist aims to nurture a welcoming, inclusive community and prepares students for successful careers and further study.
For more information, please visit marist.edu/about.
Position Details
Type of Position: Full-time
Classification: Administrative (Exempt)
Months per Year: 12
Work Schedule: Academic Year, Monday–Friday (7:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.), with occasional later days depending on lab scheduling. Non-Academic Year, Monday–Friday (8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.). Availability to respond to lab emergencies during off-hours
Hours per Week: 37.5
Location: Marist University Main Campus
Number of Position Openings: 1
Equal Employment Statement Marist University is committed to creating an inclusive workforce by ensuring barriers to equal employment opportunity and upward mobility do not exist. The University strives for full and fair participation of all members of the Marist community. Equal opportunity means employment, development, and promotion without consideration of race, color, disability, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected status unless required by law. The University will review its policies to identify and remove barriers and will explore alternative approaches if any policy or practice negatively impacts protected groups. The University’s non-discrimination policy extends to all services and programs provided. Discrimination in employment or attendance is prohibited by policy.
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