Posted in Other 15 days ago.
Posting Number:
S11758P
Laboratory Prep Manager - Organic Chemistry
Franklin-Chemistry
Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.
External
TRS
Employee
Benefits Eligible
Full Time
M-F 8-5
Commensurate with Experience
03/05/2024
Yes
03/25/2024
Athens Area
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
Laboratory Paraprofessional/Professional
Non-Exempt
1.00
Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.
BS, MS, or PhD in Chemistry
The Lab Prep Manager will be responsible for the preparation of chemical reagents and the collection and storage of chemical waste for the large enrollment undergraduate courses in general chemistry. The Lab Prep Manager will also setup equipment and instrumentation for undergraduate experiments as well as participate in the testing and troubleshooting of new experiments. Responsibilities also include maintaining a computer based inventory of stockroom chemicals and glassware and re-ordering materials as needed. The position may involve training and supervising graduate and undergraduate student prep assistants. The employee will oversee the general maintenance of the prep rooms, stockrooms and undergraduate laboratories in accordance with health and safety guidelines.
Experience in the chemical solution preparation, the handling of concentrated acids and bases, and organic solvents. Familiarity with standard undergraduate general and organic chemistry instrumentation, chemical waste management and digital data laboratory information management systems is a plus. A working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint is important.
Frequent lifting of boxes. The Lab Prep Manager will work directly with chemicals to prepare solutions. Personal protective equipment will be provided along with safety training for handling hazardous materials.
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Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the
UGA Credit Background Check website.
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the
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The Laboratory Prep Manager will be responsible for the preparation of chemical reagents and the collection and storage of chemical waste for the large enrollment of undergraduate courses in organic chemistry.
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The Lab Prep Manager will setup equipment and instrumentation for undergraduate experiments as well as participate in the testing and troubleshooting of new experiments. The Lab Prep Manager will also maintain and service HNMR, microwave, GC and IR instruments in the teaching labs.
30
Train and supervise Graduate and Undergraduate Student prep assistants as needed. Oversee the general maintenance of the prep rooms, stockrooms, and undergraduate laboratories in accordance with health and safety guidelines.
30
Maintain a computer-based inventory of stockroom chemicals and glassware and re-ordering materials as needed.
10
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Richard Hubbard
chemburn@uga.edu
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