Santa Clara Univer
Laboratory Associate
Santa Clara Univer, Santa Clara, California, us, 95053
The salary range is $25.24 to $29.01 per hour. The position is benefits-eligible.This is a 20-hour per week, fixed-term position that could lead to a full-time, continuing position in January 2025.Pay Frequency:
HourlyPosition Title:
Laboratory AssociatePosition Type:
Fixed Term (Fixed Term)Hiring Range:
The salary range is $25.24 to $29.01 per hour. The position is benefits-eligible.This is a 20-hour per week, fixed-term position that could lead to a full-time, continuing position in January 2025.Pay Frequency:
HourlyA. POSITION PURPOSE
A member of the College of Arts and Sciences teaching laboratory support team, this position provides support for day-to-day laboratory operations. Primary areas of responsibility include: procurement and preparation of laboratory equipment, supplies and chemicals; disposal of hazardous waste; management of hazardous materials storage areas; management of inventory systems; general facilities monitoring; and supervision of student employees.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Support of Laboratory Operations
Preparation of teaching labs for class, including chemicals, media, supplies, equipment and student lockersDaily or weekly setup and tear-down of lab exercises and experimentsPrepare and stock chemicals and media with waste containers in labsStock glassware, instrumentation, equipment and other supplies in labsPerform routine and complex maintenance of lab equipment and instrumentationEnsure cleanliness and order in teaching and preparatory laboratories as well as wash roomSupport research laboratories, as required and needed2. Materials Management
Purchase laboratory chemicals and supplies; follow procedures when using direct purchase orders, the university purchasing card, purchase orders and blanket purchase ordersTrack purchases and maintain recordsAssist with management of, or fully manage, chemical storage areas supporting teaching and research laboratoriesAssist with management of, or fully manage, chemical inventory systemAssist with coordination of, or fully coordinate, hazardous waste collection, storage and disposal with outside vendorsAssist with coordination of, or fully maintain, hazardous waste records in compliance with local, state and federal regulations3. Environmental Health and Safety
Ensure health and safety policies are followedInspect safety equipment (personal protective equipment, fume hoods, fire extinguishers etc.) for availability and working condition; make repairs and adjustments as neededMaintain and organize records of safety trainingRegularly receive required training to remain current on best practices; independently strive to maintain and improve expertise in hazardous materials safety and waste management; and educate staff, faculty and studentsParticipate and coordinate safety inspections and emergency preparedness drills4. General Facilities
Routinely inspect teaching and preparatory labs and take corrective action as necessarySetup and track repair and maintenance work ordersServe as liaison with university operations department; monitor work of external vendors and coordinate access to building with campus safety5. Supervision of Student Employees
Recruit, hire, train, and supervise teaching and technical assistants.Ensure environmental health and safety and other training is current for student employeesMaintain attendance records and approve timesheets for student employees6. Other Duties as Assigned
C. PROVIDES WORK DIRECTION
Hiring, training and supervision of student employees.D. GENERAL GUIDELINES
Recommends initiatives and implements changes to improve quality of the students learning experience. Identifies and determines cause of problems; develops and presents recommendations for improvement of established processes and practices. Communicate with students, faculty, and staff and solicits feedback for improved services. Maximizes productivity through use of appropriate tools; planned training and performance initiatives. Researches and develops resources that create timely and efficient workflow. Develops and implements standard operating procedures to support laboratory operations.E. QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The items below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities, education, and experience required or preferred.This position requires the ability to effectively establish and maintain cooperative working relationships within a diverse multicultural academic environment.1. Knowledge
Understanding of life and physical science and experimental laboratory techniques (varies by department / classes served)Knowledge of maintenance and repair of laboratory equipment and instrumentationWorking knowledge of chemical and physical hazards found in scientific laboratoriesUnderstand and support the values and ideals of a Jesuit education2. Skills and Abilities
Ability to learn new laboratory techniques and processesProficiency with Microsoft Office suite and databasesAbility to hire, train, and supervise student workersAbility to prepare and present safety training sessionsAbility to work independently and exercise sound judgmentAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, and facultyAbility to maintain confidentiality and use discretionExcellent oral and written communication skillsExcellent organizational skills with attention to accuracy and detailDemonstrated ability to balance and respond to a complex and wide variety of demandsWillingness to take initiative and be flexible while working with a team3. Education
Bachelor’s or higher degree in a physical science such as: chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Physics, Engineering or similar field requiredCourse work in Hazardous Materials Management preferred4. Years of Experience
0 – 3 years of directly applicable work experience.F. PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended, the California Fair Employment & Housing Act, and all other applicable laws, SCU provides reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities. A qualified individual is a person who meets skill, experience, education, or other requirements of the position, and who can perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.Considerable time is spent at a desk using a computer terminalConsiderable time is spent in a laboratory environmentMay be required to stand for prolonged periodsMay be required to move or lift heavy objects, up to 50 poundsMay be required to travel to other buildings on the campusMay be required to attend training sessions off campusMay be required to occasionally travel to outside customers, vendors or suppliers.G. WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.Typical laboratory / office environmentLaboratories with hazardous materialsLaboratories with equipment noiseLaboratories / Offices with frequent interruptionsEEO Statement
Equal Opportunity/Notice of NondiscriminationSanta Clara University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and California State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Applications from members of historically underrepresented groups are especially encouraged. For a complete copy of Santa Clara University’s equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policies, see
here .COVID-19 Statement
The health and safety of the University community is a top priority. The University strongly recommends that all employees are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 as the vaccination and boosters are safe, effective tools that significantly minimize the chances of serious illness and hospitalization. Please contact Human Resources if you have any questions.Telecommute
Santa Clara University is registered to do business in the following states: California, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, Arizona, and Illinois. Employees approved to telecommute are required to perform their work within one of these states.About Us
Santa Clara University is a comprehensive Jesuit, Catholic university located in California’s Silicon Valley, offering its 8,800 students rigorous undergraduate curricula in arts and sciences, business, and engineering, plus master’s, Ph.D., and law degrees.Santa Clara University does not sponsor work visas for staff positions. If hired, as a condition of employment with the University, individuals must provide verification of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States.Santa Clara University offers a comprehensive benefits package for
benefit eligible employees
with programs and resources designed to promote and sustain personal health care, well-being, and the financial objectives of our employees and families. Visit our benefits page for more information.
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HourlyPosition Title:
Laboratory AssociatePosition Type:
Fixed Term (Fixed Term)Hiring Range:
The salary range is $25.24 to $29.01 per hour. The position is benefits-eligible.This is a 20-hour per week, fixed-term position that could lead to a full-time, continuing position in January 2025.Pay Frequency:
HourlyA. POSITION PURPOSE
A member of the College of Arts and Sciences teaching laboratory support team, this position provides support for day-to-day laboratory operations. Primary areas of responsibility include: procurement and preparation of laboratory equipment, supplies and chemicals; disposal of hazardous waste; management of hazardous materials storage areas; management of inventory systems; general facilities monitoring; and supervision of student employees.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Support of Laboratory Operations
Preparation of teaching labs for class, including chemicals, media, supplies, equipment and student lockersDaily or weekly setup and tear-down of lab exercises and experimentsPrepare and stock chemicals and media with waste containers in labsStock glassware, instrumentation, equipment and other supplies in labsPerform routine and complex maintenance of lab equipment and instrumentationEnsure cleanliness and order in teaching and preparatory laboratories as well as wash roomSupport research laboratories, as required and needed2. Materials Management
Purchase laboratory chemicals and supplies; follow procedures when using direct purchase orders, the university purchasing card, purchase orders and blanket purchase ordersTrack purchases and maintain recordsAssist with management of, or fully manage, chemical storage areas supporting teaching and research laboratoriesAssist with management of, or fully manage, chemical inventory systemAssist with coordination of, or fully coordinate, hazardous waste collection, storage and disposal with outside vendorsAssist with coordination of, or fully maintain, hazardous waste records in compliance with local, state and federal regulations3. Environmental Health and Safety
Ensure health and safety policies are followedInspect safety equipment (personal protective equipment, fume hoods, fire extinguishers etc.) for availability and working condition; make repairs and adjustments as neededMaintain and organize records of safety trainingRegularly receive required training to remain current on best practices; independently strive to maintain and improve expertise in hazardous materials safety and waste management; and educate staff, faculty and studentsParticipate and coordinate safety inspections and emergency preparedness drills4. General Facilities
Routinely inspect teaching and preparatory labs and take corrective action as necessarySetup and track repair and maintenance work ordersServe as liaison with university operations department; monitor work of external vendors and coordinate access to building with campus safety5. Supervision of Student Employees
Recruit, hire, train, and supervise teaching and technical assistants.Ensure environmental health and safety and other training is current for student employeesMaintain attendance records and approve timesheets for student employees6. Other Duties as Assigned
C. PROVIDES WORK DIRECTION
Hiring, training and supervision of student employees.D. GENERAL GUIDELINES
Recommends initiatives and implements changes to improve quality of the students learning experience. Identifies and determines cause of problems; develops and presents recommendations for improvement of established processes and practices. Communicate with students, faculty, and staff and solicits feedback for improved services. Maximizes productivity through use of appropriate tools; planned training and performance initiatives. Researches and develops resources that create timely and efficient workflow. Develops and implements standard operating procedures to support laboratory operations.E. QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The items below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities, education, and experience required or preferred.This position requires the ability to effectively establish and maintain cooperative working relationships within a diverse multicultural academic environment.1. Knowledge
Understanding of life and physical science and experimental laboratory techniques (varies by department / classes served)Knowledge of maintenance and repair of laboratory equipment and instrumentationWorking knowledge of chemical and physical hazards found in scientific laboratoriesUnderstand and support the values and ideals of a Jesuit education2. Skills and Abilities
Ability to learn new laboratory techniques and processesProficiency with Microsoft Office suite and databasesAbility to hire, train, and supervise student workersAbility to prepare and present safety training sessionsAbility to work independently and exercise sound judgmentAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, and facultyAbility to maintain confidentiality and use discretionExcellent oral and written communication skillsExcellent organizational skills with attention to accuracy and detailDemonstrated ability to balance and respond to a complex and wide variety of demandsWillingness to take initiative and be flexible while working with a team3. Education
Bachelor’s or higher degree in a physical science such as: chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Physics, Engineering or similar field requiredCourse work in Hazardous Materials Management preferred4. Years of Experience
0 – 3 years of directly applicable work experience.F. PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended, the California Fair Employment & Housing Act, and all other applicable laws, SCU provides reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities. A qualified individual is a person who meets skill, experience, education, or other requirements of the position, and who can perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.Considerable time is spent at a desk using a computer terminalConsiderable time is spent in a laboratory environmentMay be required to stand for prolonged periodsMay be required to move or lift heavy objects, up to 50 poundsMay be required to travel to other buildings on the campusMay be required to attend training sessions off campusMay be required to occasionally travel to outside customers, vendors or suppliers.G. WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.Typical laboratory / office environmentLaboratories with hazardous materialsLaboratories with equipment noiseLaboratories / Offices with frequent interruptionsEEO Statement
Equal Opportunity/Notice of NondiscriminationSanta Clara University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and California State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Applications from members of historically underrepresented groups are especially encouraged. For a complete copy of Santa Clara University’s equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policies, see
here .COVID-19 Statement
The health and safety of the University community is a top priority. The University strongly recommends that all employees are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 as the vaccination and boosters are safe, effective tools that significantly minimize the chances of serious illness and hospitalization. Please contact Human Resources if you have any questions.Telecommute
Santa Clara University is registered to do business in the following states: California, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, Arizona, and Illinois. Employees approved to telecommute are required to perform their work within one of these states.About Us
Santa Clara University is a comprehensive Jesuit, Catholic university located in California’s Silicon Valley, offering its 8,800 students rigorous undergraduate curricula in arts and sciences, business, and engineering, plus master’s, Ph.D., and law degrees.Santa Clara University does not sponsor work visas for staff positions. If hired, as a condition of employment with the University, individuals must provide verification of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States.Santa Clara University offers a comprehensive benefits package for
benefit eligible employees
with programs and resources designed to promote and sustain personal health care, well-being, and the financial objectives of our employees and families. Visit our benefits page for more information.
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