Lab and Safety Manager

Central, United States

Job type
Part Time

Location
Main Campus

Department
Science Division

Salary
TBD

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About this position

PART-TIME LAB & SAFETY MANAGER

FOR THE DIVISION OF SCIENCE

Position Description

LOCATION: Central, SC

CLASSIFICATION: Part-time; non-exempt; salaried; 25–27.5 hours/week

REPORTS TO: Chair of the Division of Science

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Lab & Safety Manager for the Division of Science provides essential support to faculty and students by ensuring safe, efficient, and well-organized laboratory operations. This position manages chemical, biological, and universal waste in compliance with regulatory standards; oversees and trains undergraduate lab assistants; prepares materials and supplies for teaching labs and courses; and coordinates purchasing and budget tracking for divisional needs. The Lab & Safety Manager works closely with faculty to support instructional and safety goals and must demonstrate excellent organizational skills, accuracy in handling budgets and inventories, and strong attention to detail.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Safety & Compliance

Manage chemical, biological, and universal waste in compliance with RCRA, DOT, SCDHEC, and biohazardous waste guidelines.
Inspect waste storage, eyewash stations, and safety equipment weekly.
Maintain waste inventories, complete disposal forms, and coordinate pickups with disposal service providers.
Organize and oversee regular cleaning of science labs according to safety best practices.

Laboratory Support & Training

Recruit, train, schedule, and supervise undergraduate science lab assistants; review and approve time sheets.
Prepare solutions, equipment, and supplies for teaching labs in biology, chemistry, forensic science, physics, and related disciplines.
Maintain lab calendars and ensure smooth scheduling of lab usage.
Assist faculty with laboratory-related technology and information systems as needed.

Purchasing & Budget Tracking

Order laboratory and divisional supplies and equipment, ensuring cost-effective purchasing.
Track spending, monitor budgets, and prepare reports on current and historical budgetary needs and trends.
Process requisitions and invoices for supplies and services in a timely manner.

Collaboration & Communication

Work in close partnership with faculty to identify and meet laboratory and safety needs.
Communicate necessary repairs and maintenance issues to the Division Chair and appropriate university staff.
Maintain cordial, cooperative working relationships with other employees and respectful, supportive relationships with students.

Other Professional Expectations

Maintain confidentiality of student, staff, and institutional information.
Uphold a high standard of integrity, discretion, and professionalism in all duties.

About our ideal candidate

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum of an Associate’s degree in science, laboratory technology, or a related field OR equivalent relevant experience.
RCRA, DOT, and Biohazardous Waste training preferred.
Experience in a teaching laboratory environment strongly preferred.
Familiarity with lab safety practices, inventory management, and waste handling essential.
Demonstrated organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Competence with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and comfort with web-based systems.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Mission and Lifestyle Expectations: As a Christian liberal arts institution in the Wesleyan-Holiness theological tradition, all employees are expected to embrace the university’s Statement of Faith, respect its Wesleyan heritage, and adhere to its lifestyle expectations.

Physical/Environmental Requirements:

Visual acuity necessary to manage inventories, files, and lab equipment.
Ability to sit in an office environment and stand for periods in labs/stockrooms.
Infrequent lifting of objects up to 30 pounds; occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.
Ability to adjust work hours occasionally for deliveries, waste pickups, or equipment servicing.

Pre-employment Screening: Employment is contingent on successful completion of a criminal background check.

About us

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is the policy of Southern Wesleyan University to provide and maintain equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions (including but not limited to lactation), disability, genetic information, veteran-status, age, or any other classification protected by state, federal, or local law, unless a bona fide occupational qualification applies. The University reserves its right to operate as a church-related institution and to develop policies consistent with the religious tenets of its sponsoring denomination, The Wesleyan Church, and is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (Title VII, Section 702-703, United States Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended).

University Mission

Southern Wesleyan University is a Christ-centered, student-focused learning community devoted to transforming lives by challenging students to be dedicated scholars and servant-leaders who impact the world for Christ. In addition to specific academic requirements, SWU provides quality undergraduate and graduate programs in a distinctively Christian environment that fosters the integration of faith, learning, and living. Candidates for employment must support the Christian mission of the university and give evidence of successful professional experience, mature faith, and consistent Christian lifestyle.

To view the university's profile, visit About SWU. To learn more about The Wesleyan Church-it's history, beliefs, and position on current issues-visit wesleyan.org/about. Applicants for employment are encouraged to view the following links providing additional information about how our campus community lives out these beliefs and practices.

Statement of Purpose

Doctrinal Statement

Community Expectations

University Core Values

Christ Centered: Purpose, Scholarship, Community, Transformation

Purpose: A specific calling for a unique role in our world.
Scholarship: Academic excellence in an innovative faith-centered environment.
Community: Belonging to a connected and compassionate body of learners.
Transformation: Christ’s redemptive work in individual and corporate life.

We believe that every individual has a God given purpose, brought to fruition by the sanctifying power of the Holy Spirit and the challenge of scholarship. As we participate in a consecrated community of learners we are continuously transformed into the image of Christ both individually and corporately.

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