Instructional Lab Supervisor
University of North Texas System
Denton, TX
Job posting number: #7142238
Posted: April 26, 2023
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Job Description
Department SummaryThe University of North Texas (UNT) is a Carnegie R1 research university and a federally designated Hispanic-Serving Institution and Minority-Serving Institution, with a diverse population of over 40,000 students. UNT is located in Denton, a cultural hot spot on the northern edge of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, one of the fastest growing metropolitan areas in the country. The UNT Chemistry Department serves this diverse population of students through both undergraduate degrees (B.S., B.A.) and advanced degrees (M.S. and Ph.D.). Over 4000 undergraduates enroll in our large General Chemistry and Organic Chemistry lab and lecture courses each year. Our graduate program, currently with over 100 students, is focused on training the next generation of scientists in research. Our research-active faculty members pursue research in diverse areas ranging from materials chemistry to medicinal chemistry, with 80% of them receiving external financial support for their research through grants and contracts. Fulfilling our educational and research missions requires dedication to excellence and a strong sense of community among our outstanding staff and faculty members.
Position Overview
To supervise and maintain the physical facilities and the instrumentation in the General Chemistry and other assigned instructional laboratories in the Department of Chemistry. Will also provide instructional training use of laboratory equipment for graduate student teaching assistants assigned to General Chemistry instructional laboratories
Additional Posting Details
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s Degree in related field and two years of related experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Working knowledge of equipment and instrumentation appropriate to the nature of the lab and/or the discipline, and of supplies including operation, set-up, storage, and maintenance.
• Working knowledge of instructional applications related to the laboratory and/or the discipline.
• Ability to make effective presentations of experiments or software, and provide instruction in laboratory techniques, use of equipment, use of software, procedures, and safety rules.
• Ability to supervise work performed by others.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience teaching chemistry lab courses
Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills
Required License / Registration / Certification
Work Schedule
A 5-day work schedule during normal business hours is typical. After hours activities may occasionally be needed to respond to needs of evening and weekend lab classes.
Driving University Vehicle No
Security Sensitive This is a security sensitive position.
EEO Statement
The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices.
Classification Title Instructional Lab Supervisor
Physical Requirements Carrying, Cleaning, Climbing, Lifting up to 10 pounds, Lifting up to 25 pounds, Lifting up to 50 pounds, Pulling , Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Squatting, Stooping, Bending, Standing, Walking, Writing, Talk or Hear, Ability to communicate