Manager of College Laboratory, College of Engineering & Applied Science

University of Cincinnati; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Manager of College Laboratory to oversee technical management and operations of teaching laboratories. This role involves coordinating safety programs, managing equipment procurement, and ensuring compliance with health and safety practices. The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving skills and have a solid background in engineering. Join a dynamic team dedicated to fostering an innovative learning environment and contribute to the success of future engineers. This position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, making it an excellent opportunity for those passionate about education and laboratory management.

Benefits

Comprehensive insurance plans

Flexible spending accounts

Employee wellness program

Paid time off

Tuition remission

Discounts for activities and services

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field required.
• 7 years of relevant experience can substitute for education.

Responsibilities

• Manage laboratory activities and assist faculty with lab courses.
• Develop and maintain safety programs and standard operating procedures.

Skills

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Safety Procedures Knowledge

Technical Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Relevant Work Experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors

Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to 53,235 students, more than 11,000 faculty and staff and 350,000+ living alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.”

With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, three straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC’s momentum has never been stronger. UC’s annual budget stands at $1.85 billion, and its endowment totals nearly $1.8 billion.

Job Overview

The University of Cincinnati, College of Engineering and Applied Science invites applications for a Manager of College Laboratory, full-time staff position. The Manager of College Laboratory will be responsible for technical management of assigned research or instructional support facility or laboratory in a university academic/research department and assumes primary responsibility for facility operations.

Essential Functions

• Manage the activities of the new undergraduate teaching laboratories in the renovated Old Chemistry building and assist faculty in setting up lab courses.
• Plan, develop, coordinate, and maintain safety programs for the laboratories, including the preparation of standard operating procedures.
• Order equipment, parts, and chemicals and maintain inventory for laboratory consumables.
• Maintain accurate records of all laboratory activities.
• Evaluate and communicate the condition of existing equipment to designated instructor(s)/administrator. Work with designated instructor(s)/administrator to justify and prioritize equipment repairs, upgrades, and replacements as well as maintenance contracts.
• Arrange for the prioritized upgrade, maintenance and repair of existing equipment as well as the purchase of new equipment; this may require coordinating the efforts of college technicians in the repair, design, engineering, and build of equipment; includes responsibility for procurement activities such as submission of purchase requests.
• Work with the designated instructor(s)/administrator to develop unit procedures including preparing equipment schedules for use during laboratory teaching sessions.

Additional Essential Functions

• Develop equipment training procedures; train students in the safe use of equipment, maintain record of training, communicate and enforce health and safety practices and procedures related to the operation of the lab; demonstrate care and use of equipment; and work with the designated instructor(s)/administrator on the training of graduate/undergraduate teaching assistants as well as additional instructors.
• May serve on various university, division and departmental committees.
• May manage/assign the work of College technicians; ensure proper workflow of the unit; act as lead worker.
• May provide direct and/or indirect supervision to exempt and non-exempt staff (i.e., hiring/firing, performance evaluations, disciplinary action, approve time off, etc.).
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

Required Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology or a related field.
• Seven (7) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.

Required Experience

Three (3) years in a laboratory environment or three (3) years of relevant experience as defined by the college/department.

Additional Qualifications Considered

• Ability to solve complex technical problems
• Strong spoken and written communication skills
• Basic knowledge of Word and Excel to create and format documents and spreadsheets and ability to learn and adapt to new software as the need arises
• Knowledge of safe laboratory operations and procedures

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

Application Process Information

Create applicant profile in Success Factors and complete the online application. Attach the documents below to your application in the additional documents feature.

• Cover Letter
• Current CV
• List of references (3) - names and contact information. (Should we move forward with your application we will contact references).

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.

• Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience.
• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
• Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
• Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.

As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).

To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.uc.edu/careers.html.

For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail].

The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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