Facilities and Laboratory Support Coordinator

Rochester Institute of Technology; United States; On-site; USD 27,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Institute of Technology seeks an Operations/Technical Support role to assist in teaching laboratory activities and maintain safe, compliant lab spaces on campus. You will help with setup, calibration, minor repairs, and administrative tasks for multiple labs across CBT, CHSC, and other facilities.

The position focuses on safety, waste handling, inventory, and donor cadaver/lab support, with an emphasis on reliable, thorough record keeping and teamwork with faculty.

Qualifications

• Minimum education: High School diploma or GED with relevant experience in laboratory operations.
• Knowledge of safety standards, chemical handling, and waste disposal procedures.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and manage lab processes.

Responsibilities

• Provides technical guidance to students and researchers in lab activities.
• Assists with setup, calibration, and minor repairs of equipment.
• Monitors lab operations to ensure safety and compliance.
• Performs administrative duties such as scheduling and inventory tracking.
• Supports procurement, shipping/receiving, and maintenance tasks.

Skills

Lab safety

Time management

Record keeping

Equipment setup

Waste handling

Data management

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Primary responsibilities currently fall within The Center for Bioscience Education and Technology (CBT), The Clinical Health Sciences Center (CHSC) and 175 Jefferson Road JEF (Doctoral Occupational Therapy and Doctoral Physical Therapy). Some duties fall within Institute Hall (INS). We have recently acquired space within Booth (BOO). Laboratory Operations Support Supports and interfaces with faculty to ensure proper set up and tear-down of materials utilized in teaching laboratories and performs non-technical maintenance of rooms(cleaning bench tops, sinks, glassware, paper towels, restocking sterile supplies, general lab cleanliness, etc.) Teaching laboratories are both wet-bench and dry labs, Biomedical Sciences, cadaver facility, clinical (Physician Assistant and Diagnostic Medical Sonography), Exercise Science, etc. Coordinates the proper acquisition and preparation of reagents/media for wet-bench laboratory classes in CBT. Assists with Safety Compliance Assists with the following: performance of lab safety inspections with EH&S personnel, interfaces with faculty on compliance concerns and assists in resolving compliance concerns Inspects fume hoods and cadaver facility exhaust sources, maintains MSDS documentation, maintains chemical inventory with EH&S, maintains safety equipment including fire extinguisher, eye wash, safety shower, signage, firstaid kits, and chemical spill kits A member of the Institute Laboratory Safety Committee Assists with the waste issues/concerns (chemical, biological, medical, etc.) including regulatory compliance, CBET’s 90 day storage vault, and decontamination of live cultures used in teaching and research labs Assists with the daily maintenance and condition of the cadaver facility in CBT Maintains records, acquires and properly disposes of donors and donor tissue through University of Rochester, acts as liaison to U of R for cadavers, and cleans/restocks cadaver lab Assists with the maintenance of live cultures (prokaryotic and eukaryotic) used in teaching laboratories in CBT Handling of gas and liquid nitrogen cylinders Supports the oversight of the autoclave/glass washer operations for both teaching and research labs in CBT; for the sterilizer, includes also College of Science labs in CBT and Biomedical Engineering research and teaching labs in INS Assists with all shipping/receiving of goods and associated manifests Facilities Operations Support Assists with hiring, mentoring and training of stockroom/lab support student employees/co-op and interfaces with them daily Supports stockroom and laboratory operations, including stockroom inventory chargebacks, inventory database management, physical inventory, hospitality, preparation of sterile goods, stockroom scheduling Coordinates the maintenance of records pertaining to (safety related documentation, equipment records, property control, cadaver lab records, Lenel swipe card access, key audits, computer and monitor inventory, etc.) Assists with card access and scheduling for building, laboratories, and classrooms using the Lenel Access System Acts as support person for equipment repair and maintenance (i.e.: air compressor, vacuum system, RO water system, sterilizer, glass washer, steam generator, CO2 incubators, biosafety cabinets, fume hoods, copiers, general FMS related facilities’ repairs in coordination with RIT Service Center tickets, etc.) Assists with procurement procedures, may include ordering, PNC and Workday Other duties as assigned Position is 100% on campus, not remote.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Provides technical guidance and support to students, faculty, and researchers in the design, planning, and execution of laboratory activities
• Aids in the fabrication, proto-typing, and testing of experimental materials, models, and devices
• Sets up, calibrates, maintains, and performs minor repairs of equipment, instruments, and tools
• Monitors laboratory operations and procedures to promote a safe working environment and ensure adherence to safety protocols
• Enforces the proper handling, storage, and disposal of materials and waste
• Performs administrative duties related to scheduling, resource management, inventory tracking, and record-keeping laboratory activities
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of research and laboratory operations and principles
• Knowledge of the standards, regulations, and protocols related to the proper handling, storage, and disposal of laboratory materials, chemicals, and waste
• Skill in time management, organization, and multi-tasking in high volume environments
• Skill in maintaining detailed records of research activities, ensuring documentation is thorough and easily accessible
• Ability to set up, calibrate, trouble shoot, or instruct the use of laboratory equipment and instruments
• Ability to instruct students, researchers, and laboratory users on laboratory procedures and the proper use of equipment, machinery, and related technology

Minimum Education & Experience

• High School diploma or GED
• 1 year of relevant experience
• Equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered

Job Level Overview

Operations, Administrative, Service, or Technical Support Level 1 - An entry-level role building knowledge and skills. Performs routine, well-defined, easy-to-understand tasks that can typically be learned in a short period of time. Work is performed under close supervision using clearly prescribed methods and detailed instructions.

FLSA Category

Non-Exempt

Work Location

On Campus

Compensation

$19.65 - $31.45 Hourly

Additional Details

In compliance with NYS's Pay Transparency Act, the salary range for this position is listed above. Rochester Institute of Technology considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The hiring process for this position may require a criminal background check and/or motor vehicle records check. Any verbal or written offer made is contingent on satisfactory results, as determined by Human Resources. RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities. RIT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities under the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the New York Human Rights Law, or similar applicable law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources office at 585-475-2424 or email your request to [e-mail]. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Founded in 1829, Rochester Institute of Technology has a long-standing history of innovation that blends the arts, technology, and experiential learning. In addition to its main campus in Rochester, New York, RIT maintains a strong international presence with over 100 active global partnerships and international campuses in Croatia, Dubai, and Kosovo. As of Fall 2024, total student enrollment across all campuses exceeded 21,000. Nationally recognized for its co-op and internship programs, RIT is supported by more than 4,000 dedicated faculty and staff members committed to student success. Its 1,300-acre suburban campus features cutting-edge facilities that reflect RIT’s strengths in applied research, design, and workforce development.