POSITION: A part-time (90%), professional academic staff position is available in Department of Biology beginning January 1, 2025. The working title and official title for this position is Laboratory Manager. This is a renewable position and salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Ahigh school diploma or relevant work experience. Also required are excellent written and oral communication skills; ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure; ability to create and maintain a program budget.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: A bachelor’s or master’s degree in the natural sciences, experience working in laboratory settings, demonstrated commitment to support and enhance the diversity and cultural and global awareness of students, faculty, and staff.
DUTIES: The laboratory manager will implement the goals of the department by preparing, and implementing support needed for multiple laboratory courses taught in the Biology Department (e.g., Human Biology, Foundations in Biology I & II, Human Anatomy & Physiology, Systems Neuroscience Laboratory, etc.). “Support” includes, but is not limited to, the preparation of chemical reagents and solutions, organizing and coordinating spaces used for teaching and research, and equipment repair. The lab manager will also assist the department assistant in purchasing chemicals, supplies, and equipment for teaching and research, and soliciting vendors to procure quotes and estimates. The lab manager will develop and facilitate trainings regarding experimentation, technical procedures, quality control programs, and laboratory safety to ensure compliance with organizational and regulatory agency standards. The lab manager will recruit, train, and supervise student apprentices to assist in these tasks.
THE UNIT: The Department of Biology currently has 17 faculty, 4 instructors, a lab manager, a greenhouse/animal care manager, and approximately 700 Biology majors including 100 Biochemistry/Molecular Biology majors. Department members are dedicated to teaching and are actively involved in research with undergraduates as demonstrated by co-authored presentations and publications. Departmental facilities include a variety of teaching and research laboratories, field equipment, cell and molecular biology instrumentation, equipment and facilities, a bird museum and a multi-room greenhouse complex on the roof of the current science building. The campus contains an on-campus arboretum and both native and ornamental landscapes. It is adjacent to Putnam Park State Natural Area.
UNIVERSITY and EAU CLAIRE COMMUNITY: UW-Eau Claire, an institution of approximately 11,500 students and 1,400 faculty and staff, is consistently recognized as a top comprehensive university in the Midwest and is widely known as a leader in faculty-undergraduate research and study abroad. We strive for excellence in liberal education and select graduate and professional programs through commitment to teaching a learning and dedication to our core values of diversity, sustainability, leadership, and innovation. UW-Eau Claire's campus spans the banks of the Chippewa River in the heart of Eau Claire. To learn more about 澳门葡京网赌送彩金, visit http://vutb.muurausahvenlampi.com/human-resources/employment-opportunities/why-uwec/ .
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APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Applications are submitted electronically. Please follow instructions found on the following UW-Eau Claire Web site: http://vutb.muurausahvenlampi.com/job-postings/21309. .You must create an account and login before you can apply. If you have not yet registered, click on the "Click here to Register" link to begin the registration process. If you are already a registered user, input your "User Name" and "Password" and select "Login." Click the link to the Biology: Laboratory Manager position (Job ID # 21309) and then click the "Apply Now" button to submit your application electronically. Your application will not be considered complete until all required documents are attached and all required fields are completed. Please be sure you have included the following in PDF format:
- Letter of application
- Resume
- Unofficial graduate school transcript [if applicable]
- Names and contact information for three references.
Please direct requests for additional information to: bryantwm@muurausahvenlampi.com
To ensure consideration, completed applications must be received by October 30, 2024. However, screening may continue until position is filled. The university reserves the right to contact additional references with notice given to the candidates at an appropriate time in the process. Employment will require a background check. Employment will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding past conduct related to sexual violence and sexual harassment.
The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. §. 19.36(7).
The UW-Eau Claire Police Department is dedicated to maintaining a safe and secure environment for learning and working. Although crime at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire is limited, the University Police want students, faculty and staff to be aware of crime on campus and the area surrounding the campus. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal law that requires colleges and universities to disclose annual information about campus crime. Visit Campus Security and Fire Report (http://vutb.muurausahvenlampi.com/files/8/annual-security-report.pdf) . Also visit our Campus Security Authority policy (http://vutb.muurausahvenlampi.com/files/787/CleryCompliancePolicy.pdf).
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