Job Description

This position will support the teaching function of the Chemistry Department by:

Setting up instruments, and preparing chemicals and reagents for the instructional chemistry teaching laboratories
Daily distributing and clearing of chemicals in the labs
Maintaining records and files of instrumentation and chemicals for the instructional chemistry labs
Assisting with the management of the instructional chemistry stock rooms
Assisting with the management of the instructional chemistry common areas
Attaining knowledge of general lab safety, health and safety practices and protocol for waste disposal
Providing training and work direction to student employees
Assisting and supervising undergraduate students and graduate teaching assistants during laboratory sessions
Assisting with the development of new lab exercises
Participating in necessary institutional functions such as, but not limited to, departmental and university committees.