Integrated Sciences Laboratory Infrastructure and Operations Manager

The Claremont Colleges Services; Claremont (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health

Dental

Vision plans

Retirement benefits

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Holiday time

Dependent tuition remission

Ride-share incentives

More

Job summary

Claremont McKenna College is seeking an Integrated Sciences Laboratory Infrastructure and Operations Manager to oversee safe, reliable laboratory infrastructure and instrumentation supporting teaching and research in the Kravis Department of Integrated Sciences.

The role collaborates with Facilities, Campus Services, and Public Security to maintain equipment, building systems, and safety compliance. Strong organizational and communication skills are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; two years of experience with scientific or lab equipment required.
• Must be organized, punctual, and detail oriented; strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher and Google tools.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs of laboratory infrastructure and equipment.
• Oversee infrastructure supporting laboratory teaching and research with Facilities and Campus Services.
• Respond promptly to equipment failures and coordinate repairs, including after hours.
• Manage the department stockroom and maintain inventory levels.
• Coordinate equipment setup, breakdown, maintenance, and repair with faculty and staff.

Skills

Lab equipment familiarity

Strong communication

Problem solving

MS Office & Google tools

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Location: Claremont, CA

Job Posting Title: Integrated Sciences Laboratory Infrastructure and Operations Manager

Equal Opportunity and Nondiscrimination Statement

In addition to its commitment to a harassment-free educational and working environment, the College is an equal employment opportunity employer. The College is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable state and federal laws on the matter. The College does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including gender, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition or medical leave, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by law. The College also prohibits the harassment of any employee on any of these bases.

Basic Function

The Integrated Sciences Laboratory Infrastructure and Operations Manager in the Kravis Department of Integrated Sciences is responsible for the operation, maintenance, safety, and continuous improvement of the physical infrastructure and scientific instrumentation that support laboratory teaching and research in the Robert Day Sciences Center. The manager works closely with faculty, staff, vendors, contractors, and College units including Facilities and Campus Services and Public Security, to ensure that laboratories, scientific equipment, and building systems are safe, reliable, and fully operational. The successful candidate will have familiarity with scientific instrumentation and laboratory infrastructure, together with a demonstrated willingness and ability to learn the operation of new equipment and systems. The position requires strong organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills, as well as the ability to respond effectively to both routine operational needs and unexpected equipment or facility issues.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Facilities, Infrastructure, and Maintenance

• Coordinate routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs of laboratory infrastructure and scientific equipment.
• Collaborate with Facilities and Campus Services on the maintenance and operation of building-integrated laboratory systems, including fume hoods, autoclaves, cold rooms, and related infrastructure.
• Oversee infrastructure that supports laboratory teaching and research.
• Respond promptly to equipment failures and facility emergencies and coordinate appropriate repairs, including issues that arise outside of regular work hours.
• Manage the department stockroom and work with faculty and staff to maintain appropriate inventory levels.
• Support the Innovation Studio in acquiring, installing, and maintaining resources and equipment.
• Coordinate the delivery, receipt, inspection, installation, storage, and relocation of laboratory equipment, materials, and supplies, ensuring that items are delivered to the appropriate laboratory or stockroom and installed or stored as appropriate.

Safety, Security, and Compliance

• Maintain a working knowledge of applicable building, fire, and laboratory safety codes.
• Conduct and participate in routine facility inspections.
• Work in collaboration with CMC Public Safety and Emergency Management to follow the College's emergency management protocols and support emergency preparedness activities, including laboratory evacuation planning.
• Help ensure that laboratory infrastructure and equipment remain compliant with applicable regulations and institutional policies.

Vendor Coordination and Financial Management

• Coordinate work related to the function of science labs performed by Facilities and Campus Services, outside vendors, contractors, and service providers.
• Maintain sufficient technical knowledge of scientific instrumentation and laboratory infrastructure to communicate effectively with vendors and service personnel.
• Develop and monitor operational budgets related to laboratory infrastructure and equipment.
• Solicit quotations, manage bids, and participate in vendor negotiations for equipment, maintenance, and repair services related to science labs.

Faculty, Staff, and Student Support

• Maintain positive working relationships with faculty, staff, students, and College staff.
• Coordinate equipment setup, breakdown, maintenance, and repair activities in collaboration with faculty and staff.
• Assist with the installation and setup of laboratory instrumentation and provide guidance on its safe and appropriate use in teaching and research laboratories.
• Provide additional operational support as needed, including after-hours, holiday, and weekend response to instrument and equipment alarms and vivarium check-ins.

Other Essential Duties

• Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.
• Take and follow directions.
• Work cooperatively with others.
• Receive and respond appropriately to constructive criticism.
• Display a positive attitude.
• Balance multiple tasks and priorities.
• Perform other essential duties and tasks specific to the position.

Qualification Standards & Skills

• Education: Any combination of education, training, or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is required. A bachelor's degree is preferred.
• Experience: A minimum of two years of experience working with scientific, engineering, or industrial equipment or instruments is required.
• Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Individual must possess knowledge, skills, and ability to be able to successfully perform the essential functions of the position, or be able to explain or demonstrate how the essential functions will be performed, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities. Must be organized, punctual, and detail oriented. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with students, faculty, and staff. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency with basic software tools including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Publisher, Excel) and Google tools.

Required Hours

The regular hours for this full-time position are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Regular hours may vary due to needs of the College or division and may include periodic work after hours and on weekends.

Classification and Status

This is a regular, full-time, 12-month, non-exempt, benefits-eligible position.

Supervisor – AB1825: No Mandatory Reporter – CA Penal Code: Yes Responsible Employee – Title IX: Yes Campus Security Authority – The Clery Act: Yes IPEDS Category Job Code: 15-0000/17-0000/19-0000 - Computer, Engineering, and Science Occupations.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to stand, walk, bend, climb, push, pull, and lift up to 50 pounds from the ground to the waist without assistance and climb ladders up to 6 feet unassisted.

Anticipated Pay Range

The anticipated pay range is $30.00 to $35.00 per hour.

Benefits

• health
• dental
• vision plans
• flexible spending accounts
• health savings accounts
• paid vacation
• sick
• holiday time
• retirement benefits
• basic and voluntary life insurance
• dependent tuition remission
• ride-share incentives
• more

Supervisor and Reports

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None. REPORTS TO: This position reports to the chair of the Kravis Department of Integrated Sciences or their designee.

Grooming and Appearance

Employees are expected to wear attire that is appropriate to the office or department in which they work.

Background Check

The successful candidate will be required to undergo a full consumer background check.

Employment is contingent upon the satisfactory results of the aforementioned, in addition to compliance with the requirements cited in this job description.

ADA and OSHA Compliance

This job description defines the essential or fundamental job duties of this position. It is assumed that employees hired for this position can perform the essential functions of this job without imposing risk of substantial harm to the health or safety of themselves or others. It may also include marginal functions, generally defined within Title 1 of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).

Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

Disclaimer

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. Duties and responsibilities can change and develop over time; accordingly the College reviews job descriptions on a periodic basis and may make changes of business necessity.

At-Will Employment

Employment with the College is "at-will" meaning that the terms of employment may be changed with or without notice, with or without cause, including, but not limited to termination, demotion, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, duties, and location of work. There is no agreement express or implied between the College and you for continuing or long-term employment. While the College has every hope that employment relationships will be mutually beneficial and rewarding, employees and the College retain the right to terminate the employment relationship at will, at any time, with or without cause. The President is the only person who can modify or alter the at-will employment relationship.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Claremont McKenna College hires and promotes individuals on the basis of their qualifications, consistent with applicable state and federal laws, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, breastfeeding or related medical condition, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristic or information, military and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

Contact Information

Inquiries may be directed to the Director for Human Resources, 528 N. Mills Avenue, Claremont, California 91711-4015, [phone]. Employment is contingent upon new employee providing documents verifying U.S. citizenship or, for aliens, documents verifying legal permission to work in the United States, applicant's acceptability for positions requiring use of a college vehicle is contingent upon a driving record acceptable to the College's automobile liability insurance.

Claremont McKenna College (CMC) is a highly selective, independent, coeducational, residential, undergraduate liberal arts college.