How to Apply
A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.
Job Summary
The Department of Chemistry has a long tradition of excellence in the chemical sciences and has been a hub of chemistry research and innovations since the 1800s. We strive to support our students and faculty on the front lines of learning and research and to be a steward for our planet, our community, and our campus.
Achieving these goals cannot happen without the dedication and talents of our outstanding staff, who play a vital role in the department's success. Some just want to do a job, but others want to work with the Leaders & Best. If you value team over self, embrace collaboration, are accountable, flexible, and optimistic, then the Department of Chemistry is the right fit for you.
We are looking for a Laboratory/Classroom Services Technician to support our Chemistry laboratory classrooms.
Mission Statement
The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.
Responsibilities*
Your Responsibilities Include:
Laboratory Operations Support: Clean, stock, organize, and prepare supplies for multiple Chemistry instructional laboratories; monitor inventory to ensure equipment and supplies are available for scheduled laboratory coursework.
Equipment & Instrument Support: Perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs; provide instructional and operational support to laboratory instructors and students.
Safety Operations: Support and enforce lab safety policy and procedures; communicate with supervisors, faculty, staff, and students to ensure safe lab practices are followed; report instances of missing inventory and/or unsafe laboratory activities.
Supervision: Functional supervision of work-study students; effectively communicate with supervisors, faculty, graduate, and undergraduate students regarding teaching lab support policies and procedures.
Laboratory Facilities Support: Investigate and report any and all incidents of failed or malfunctioning facilities-related items (e.g., lights, water faucets, and drains).
Required Qualifications*
Associates degree in a science related field with 1 to 3-years' experience in an active laboratory environment; ability to move boxes and equipment weighting up to 50 lbs.; strong functional knowledge of various types laboratory equipment, instruments and glassware; strong working knowledge of all Microsoft Office software and Google applications; demonstrated ability working with the public coupled with demonstrated sensitivity; ability to listen and deal warmly and empathetically with a wide range of people.
Desired Qualifications*
Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Biophysics with a desire to learn laboratory operations and support.
Work Schedule
Coverage needed:
Monday - Friday: 8 AM to 5 PM in support of our classroom operations.
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Additional Information
As one of the world's great liberal arts colleges, LSA pushes the boundaries of what is understood about the human experience and the natural world, and we foster the next generation of rigorous and empathetic thinkers, creators, and contributors to the state of Michigan, the nation, and the world.
To learn more about LSA's Mission, Vision and Values, please visit lsa.umich.edu/strategicvision.
Union Affiliation
This position is included in the bargaining unit represented by the University Staff United (USU), which represents bargaining unit members in all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.
Background Screening
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.