Lab Manager/Chemical Hygiene Officer

Position Summary: Alamance Community College (ACC) is seeking a full time Lab Manager and Chemical Compliance Officer.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Prepare laboratories for instructional classes, demonstrations and student activities in various locations across multiple disciplines.

Set up, calibrate, operate, troubleshoot and maintain lab equipment and instruments

Order, receive, inventory and organize lab supplies, chemicals, equipment and consumables

Monitor inventory levels and maintain accurate inventory records

Conduct yearly inspections and bi-annual cleaning of lab facilities and equipment to identify maintenance or safety concerns

Maintain records that are related to equipment maintenance, repairs, and inventory

Act as the Chemical Compliance Officer for the entire campus.

Develop and maintain Safety Data Sheets and chemical inventories for the campus.

Coordinate proper storage, handling and disposal of hazardous materials and lab waste.

Communicate regularly with the Dean, Department Heads, Faculty and Facilities about lab equipment needs, lab supplies, chemical storage and safety concerns.

Stay current on lab technologies, safety standards and best practices through professional development.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This position has supervisory responsibilities. ________
This position does not have supervisory responsibilities. _____X_____


Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; collects and researches data.

Continuous Learning - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; seeks feedback to improve performance; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others.

Job Knowledge - Competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; keeps abreast of current developments; requires minimal supervision; displays understanding of how the job relates to others; uses resources effectively.

Use of Technology - Demonstrates required skills; adapts to new technologies; troubleshoots technological problems; uses technology to increase productivity; keeps technical skills up to date.

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

Communications - Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; expresses ideas and thoughts in written form; exhibits good listening and comprehension; keeps others adequately informed; selects and uses appropriate communication methods.

Cooperation - Establishes and maintains effective relations; exhibits tact and consideration; offers assistance and support to co-workers; works cooperatively in group situations; works actively to resolve conflicts.

Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills; participates in meetings.

Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

Written Communication - Able to read and interpret written information.

Business Acumen - Aligns work with strategic goals.

Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; conserves organizational resources.

Diversity - Shows respect and sensitivity for diversity and cultural differences; promotes a harassment-free environment.

Ethics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and principles; upholds organizational values.

Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values; benefits organization through outside activities.

Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; changes approach or method to best fi t the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

Personal Appearance - Dresses appropriately for position.

Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; arrives at meetings and appointments on time.

Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

Initiative - Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; asks for and offers help when needed.

Innovation - Meets challenges with resourcefulness; generates suggestions for improving work; develops innovative approaches and ideas.

Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives.

Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.

Quantity - Completes work in a timely manner.

Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Language Skills Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Mathematical Skills Ability to calculate and apply concepts of basic Mathematics.

Reasoning Ability Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have general knowledge of Database software; Internet software; Spreadsheet software and Word

Processing software.
Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
Walking ___X__
Running _____
Squatting ___X____
Jumping ______
Sitting _____X__
Standing _____X_
Lifting (10 lbs. maximum) ____X____
Speaking ___X__
Hearing _______

Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position.

Classroom Setting __X____
Inside ____X____
Outside _____X___
Office Setting ________
Loading Dock ________
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Minimum of an Associates degree from a regionally accredited institution in Biology, Biotechnology or other life science.

Hands-on laboratory experience in molecular biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, biomanufacturing or something closely related.

Familiarity with cGMP and GLP.

Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external constituents.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Demonstrated experience with current analytical techniques and instrumentation.

Preferred Qualifications:

Academic, research and/or industry experience in Biotechnology or a related scientific or FDA fi eld.

Bachelor’s Degree in a science discipline preferred.

Lab experience in a Community College setting is preferred.

Strong computer skills, including working knowledge of MS Office; familiarity with Google Docs/Drive and other cloud based applications.

An ACC on-line application MUST be fully completed for consideration, which includes a required letter of interest, transcript attachment. Resume attachments are welcome but will not be accepted in lieu of complete application.

For faculty positions, all relevant full- and part-time teaching experience, including start and end dates of employment, should be included on the application. Also, all relevant full- and part-time work experience related to the teaching discipline should be included on the application, including start and end dates.

For non-faculty positions, all relevant full- and part-time work experience related to the position should be included on the application, including start and end dates.