Required Application Materials
A single PDF or Word document containing a resume, letter of interest, and a list of the names and contact information for three (3) professional references is required to apply.
Important Instructions:
When prompted to upload your “resume”, upload your combined documents as one file.
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Please do not upload documents to “Cover Letter” or “References”.
If the required application materials were not uploaded at the “resume” prompt, please withdraw your application, and re-apply to upload your combined documents as one file.
Job Summary
The Supervising Lab Technician is responsible for receiving, testing, analyzing, recording and reporting results of lab tests. Maintenance and management of laboratories is essential. There are some financial functions to this position. This position will oversee the hiring and management of undergrad students.
Major Responsibilities/Duties/Critical Tasks
Laboratory preparation and management.
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Equipment and instrumentation maintenance.
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Item procurement.
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Budget management.
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Performing equipment and chemical inventories.
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Hiring and management of undergraduate students.
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Chemical disposal and serving as a Department Safety Liaison.
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Teaching responsibilities may be added depending on degree.
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Receiving, labeling and safely storing samples to be tested.
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Determining and performing tests needed for the analysis and report.
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Recording tests and analyses and then reporting the results.
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Discussing and answering any questions regarding the results.
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Organizing and storing samples in accordance with all safety and other requirements to ensure the safety of personnel and integrity of the sample.
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Cleaning and maintaining lab equipment, including recalibration of equipment.
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Maintaining equipment records and daily work logs.
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Staying current on technical and scientific advances in their field.
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Other duties as assigned.
Required Education/Experience
Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry or biochemistry. (science related)
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Experience working around lab equipment.
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A combination of experience and education may be considered.
Preferred Education/Experience
Master’s degree in chemistry or biochemistry.
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Experience at a higher education institution.
Accompanying Knowledge, Skills, abilities and Competencies:
Good spoken and written communication skills.
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Adapting and keeping up to date on current methods.
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Acute knowledge of math and science (Biology, Chemistry and Physics).
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Familiarity with Microsoft Suite.
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Excellent customer service skills both in person and over the phone.
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Strong organizational skills.
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Understanding of lab equipment and operation.
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Strong ability to multi-task and work with many interruptions.
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Ability to adapt to a changing environment.
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Critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Ethical.
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Ability to maintain confidential information.
About The University of Texas at Tyler
The University of Texas at Tyler is part of the prestigious University of Texas System that includes 14 institutions located throughout the state. Founded in 1971, UT Tyler today enrolls 10,000 students and consists of six colleges.
Designated an R2 research institution by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, UT Tyler supports our surrounding region through innovation intended to uplift communities, spearhead sustainability initiatives, preserve ecosystems and support entrepreneurship. UT Tyler has the highest Carnegie classification in East Texas.
Our beautiful Tyler campus features more than 200 acres nestled along a lake and surrounded by thick pine and oak forests, providing a picturesque location for study and recreation. We also offer instructional sites at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler and in Palestine, Longview, and Houston.
With more than 80 bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs offered, UT Tyler provides a wealth of learning opportunities and dynamic programs.
For more information, please visit https://www.uttyler.edu/about/.
Why work for UT Tyler? Find out more: Why Work for UT Tyler?
Additional Information
The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code Section 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.
For more information regarding benefits offered by UT Tyler, please visit https://www.uttyler.edu/offices/human-resources/employees/benefits.
EEO Statement
The University of Texas at Tyler is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
