Chemistry Lab Operations Lead

West Virginia University; West Virginia; On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24 annual leave days

Wellness programs

401(a) retirement savings with 6%

Job summary

West Virginia University is seeking an Academic Lab Manager II to organize and supervise day-to-day operations of chemistry laboratories. You will oversee prep facilities, assist in developing and testing new experiments, and support faculty with teaching labs and safety procedures.

The role requires supervising student workers, coordinating materials, ensuring compliant storage, and maintaining equipment in teaching labs. Strong knowledge of lab safety and materials handling is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry or related science field required.
• At least 1 year of laboratory experience; hazardous materials management and supervisory responsibilities preferred.
• Online teaching experience or equivalent online academic activity delivery.
• All qualifications must be met by the time of employment.
• Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Prepares chemicals, solutions, and materials used in chemistry laboratories.
• Manages specific areas of Chemistry Prep Facilities to ensure teaching labs run smoothly.
• Oversees storage and maintenance of equipment and glassware/supplies.
• Trains student workers in handling, dispensing, storing and transporting chemicals.
• Coordinates TA training sessions and safety concerns.
• Assists in developing online laboratory experiments and related demonstrations.
• Provides support for faculty in testing new teaching lab experiments.

Skills

Chemical knowledge

Safety compliance

Supervisory skills

Laboratory planning

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry or related science field

Online teaching experience

Tools

Laboratory equipment operation

Hazardous materials handling

Job description

West Virginia University is seeking an Academic Lab Manager II to organize and supervise day-to-day operations of chemistry laboratories. You will oversee prep facilities, assist in developing and testing new experiments, and support faculty with teaching labs and safety procedures.

The role requires supervising student workers, coordinating materials, ensuring compliant storage, and maintaining equipment in teaching labs. Strong knowledge of lab safety and materials handling is essential.