University of California, Santa Cruz
Staff Research Associate - Chemistry Teaching Lab
University of California, Santa Cruz, California, Missouri, United States, 65018
Staff Research Associate - Chemistry Teaching Lab
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Job Summary Under the supervision of the Instructional Labs Manager, the incumbent will perform a wide variety of administrative and technical operations related to the general management and day‑to‑day operations of the Undergraduate Teaching Labs of the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry. Primary assignment will be in the Natural Sciences II facility, which consists of 5 general chemistry labs, a stockroom, and 3 equipment rooms. The incumbent may also be called to assist if support is needed in the Thimann Labs building.
Appointment Information
Salary:
$26.93/hour
Benefits Level:
Full benefits
Schedule:
Full‑time, Fixed – 100%, 40 hours per week, Mon‑Fri, Day shift
Classification:
Career appointment
Union Representation:
RX Union
Job End Date:
None
Work Location:
UC Santa Cruz Main Campus
Travel:
Never or Rarely
Job Duties
Instructional Laboratory Duties (50%)
Prepare materials and set up equipment and supplies for laboratory experiments in timely, safe, and economical fashion and/or oversee students who perform these tasks.
Prepare and standardize reagents and solutions.
Interact with faculty and TAs to work on and troubleshoot experiment problems.
Set‑up, test, calibrate and maintain (including minor repairs) laboratory instruments for instructional use.
Maintain supplies and general reagent inventories.
Communicate the efficient and safe use of hazardous materials to students. Clean and store equipment and materials following classes.
Maintain order and cleanliness in the teaching labs and prepare solutions as needed.
Notify students and instructors of the nature of any hazards in the lab and the safety precautions to take.
Implement appropriate procedures to monitor and decontaminate equipment and laboratories.
Clean or direct student employees to clean lab benches and wash glassware, thus keeping laboratories and lab prep areas clean and organized.
Hazardous Waste Disposal and Maintenance (30%)
Implement appropriate procedures for disposal of chemical waste.
Organize and oversee hazardous waste collection, disposal and record‑keeping.
Administrative Duties (20%)
Train, assign work, and oversee student employees.
Maintain laboratory chemical and equipment inventory.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent experience/training.
Knowledge of the general principles of chemistry and physics as attained through science coursework leading to a bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related area.
Knowledge of Environment Health and Safety policies regarding lab safety, safe reagent handling and storage, and waste handling and disposal procedures as obtained in classes at UCSC or from a related area.
A theoretical and practical knowledge of modern laboratory instrumentation including the ability to use, maintain, troubleshoot, and perform routine repairs in such instruments as balances, pH meters, pipettors, spectrophotometers, etc.
Laboratory skills sufficient to perform accurate weighing, mixing, and pH adjustment.
Strong communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Strong customer‑service skills.
Ability to work directly and independently with solvents and chemicals in all facilities as the course syllabi requires.
Ability to maintain organized records.
Ability to use electronic mail, word processing, and spreadsheet programs.
Ability to prioritize and organize a variety of tasks from oral and written instructions in a manner that allows deadlines to be met.
Preferred Qualifications
Ability to train, assign work and oversee student laboratory assistants.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Ability to carry out repetitive laboratory procedures while paying close attention to detail.
Special Conditions of Employment
Selected candidate will be required to pass a pre‑employment criminal history background check.
Selected candidate must pass the employment misconduct disclosure process.
Ability to safely perform the physical requirements necessary to move light to moderate objects up to 60 lbs., with or without accommodation.
The selected candidate will be required to work all scheduled hours on‑site.
Ability to work a variable schedule.
Ability to work flexible hours as the laboratory schedule dictates.
Selected candidate will be required to complete training within established time frames as directed including UC compliance training.
Ability to work safely in areas where hazardous materials are present or stored.
Ability to wear proper safety attire (long pants, closed‑toe shoes, etc.) and personal protective equipment common in a laboratory setting.
Ability to read signs and follow directions on labels that are written in English as well as ability to read and understand Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) and the proper use of chemical compounds.
Will be required to wear a University provided uniform. Selected candidate will be required to complete training within established time frames as directed including UC compliance training.
The University of California has implemented a Vaccination Policy covering all employees. Employees, including new hires, are required to comply with any applicable policies relating to the University of California vaccine program.
Per the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA), this position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter. The selected candidate will be required to report known or suspected child abuse or neglect as defined by CANRA and will be required to sign a Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse prior to commencing employment.
Exercise the utmost discretion in managing sensitive information learned in the course of performing their duties.
Misconduct Disclosure Requirement As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.
"Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer.
UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
UC Anti‑Discrimination Policy
Abusive Conduct in the Workplace
Safety Statement All UCSC employees must understand and follow job safety procedures, attend required health and safety training, proactively promote safety at work, and promptly report actual and potential accidents and injuries.
EEO/AA The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti‑Discrimination Policy. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti‑discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.
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Job Summary Under the supervision of the Instructional Labs Manager, the incumbent will perform a wide variety of administrative and technical operations related to the general management and day‑to‑day operations of the Undergraduate Teaching Labs of the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry. Primary assignment will be in the Natural Sciences II facility, which consists of 5 general chemistry labs, a stockroom, and 3 equipment rooms. The incumbent may also be called to assist if support is needed in the Thimann Labs building.
Appointment Information
Salary:
$26.93/hour
Benefits Level:
Full benefits
Schedule:
Full‑time, Fixed – 100%, 40 hours per week, Mon‑Fri, Day shift
Classification:
Career appointment
Union Representation:
RX Union
Job End Date:
None
Work Location:
UC Santa Cruz Main Campus
Travel:
Never or Rarely
Job Duties
Instructional Laboratory Duties (50%)
Prepare materials and set up equipment and supplies for laboratory experiments in timely, safe, and economical fashion and/or oversee students who perform these tasks.
Prepare and standardize reagents and solutions.
Interact with faculty and TAs to work on and troubleshoot experiment problems.
Set‑up, test, calibrate and maintain (including minor repairs) laboratory instruments for instructional use.
Maintain supplies and general reagent inventories.
Communicate the efficient and safe use of hazardous materials to students. Clean and store equipment and materials following classes.
Maintain order and cleanliness in the teaching labs and prepare solutions as needed.
Notify students and instructors of the nature of any hazards in the lab and the safety precautions to take.
Implement appropriate procedures to monitor and decontaminate equipment and laboratories.
Clean or direct student employees to clean lab benches and wash glassware, thus keeping laboratories and lab prep areas clean and organized.
Hazardous Waste Disposal and Maintenance (30%)
Implement appropriate procedures for disposal of chemical waste.
Organize and oversee hazardous waste collection, disposal and record‑keeping.
Administrative Duties (20%)
Train, assign work, and oversee student employees.
Maintain laboratory chemical and equipment inventory.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent experience/training.
Knowledge of the general principles of chemistry and physics as attained through science coursework leading to a bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related area.
Knowledge of Environment Health and Safety policies regarding lab safety, safe reagent handling and storage, and waste handling and disposal procedures as obtained in classes at UCSC or from a related area.
A theoretical and practical knowledge of modern laboratory instrumentation including the ability to use, maintain, troubleshoot, and perform routine repairs in such instruments as balances, pH meters, pipettors, spectrophotometers, etc.
Laboratory skills sufficient to perform accurate weighing, mixing, and pH adjustment.
Strong communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Strong customer‑service skills.
Ability to work directly and independently with solvents and chemicals in all facilities as the course syllabi requires.
Ability to maintain organized records.
Ability to use electronic mail, word processing, and spreadsheet programs.
Ability to prioritize and organize a variety of tasks from oral and written instructions in a manner that allows deadlines to be met.
Preferred Qualifications
Ability to train, assign work and oversee student laboratory assistants.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Ability to carry out repetitive laboratory procedures while paying close attention to detail.
Special Conditions of Employment
Selected candidate will be required to pass a pre‑employment criminal history background check.
Selected candidate must pass the employment misconduct disclosure process.
Ability to safely perform the physical requirements necessary to move light to moderate objects up to 60 lbs., with or without accommodation.
The selected candidate will be required to work all scheduled hours on‑site.
Ability to work a variable schedule.
Ability to work flexible hours as the laboratory schedule dictates.
Selected candidate will be required to complete training within established time frames as directed including UC compliance training.
Ability to work safely in areas where hazardous materials are present or stored.
Ability to wear proper safety attire (long pants, closed‑toe shoes, etc.) and personal protective equipment common in a laboratory setting.
Ability to read signs and follow directions on labels that are written in English as well as ability to read and understand Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) and the proper use of chemical compounds.
Will be required to wear a University provided uniform. Selected candidate will be required to complete training within established time frames as directed including UC compliance training.
The University of California has implemented a Vaccination Policy covering all employees. Employees, including new hires, are required to comply with any applicable policies relating to the University of California vaccine program.
Per the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA), this position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter. The selected candidate will be required to report known or suspected child abuse or neglect as defined by CANRA and will be required to sign a Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse prior to commencing employment.
Exercise the utmost discretion in managing sensitive information learned in the course of performing their duties.
Misconduct Disclosure Requirement As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.
"Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer.
UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
UC Anti‑Discrimination Policy
Abusive Conduct in the Workplace
Safety Statement All UCSC employees must understand and follow job safety procedures, attend required health and safety training, proactively promote safety at work, and promptly report actual and potential accidents and injuries.
EEO/AA The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti‑Discrimination Policy. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti‑discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.
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