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Job Description:
Who We Are
Seattle Pacific University is a Christian university fully committed to engaging the culture and changing the world by graduating people of competence and character, becoming people of wisdom, and modeling grace-filled community.
What's our need?
Seattle Pacific University is hiring a Chemistry Lab Coordinator to support the teaching mission of the Chemistry Department by ensuring that all instructional labs are prepared, safe, and well-equipped. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a scientific setting, has a hands-on approach, and enjoys mentoring student workers. This position works full time for 10 months and then half time for 2 months during the summer.
The Chemistry Lab Coordinator supports Seattle Pacific University’s mission by contributing to a Christ‑centered learning and working community committed to academic excellence, service, and engagement with the world. In this role, the employee brings their skills, gifts, and professional expertise to work that matters—serving students, colleagues, and the broader University community in ways that reflect SPU’s values and purpose. To that end, all University employees are required to be aligned with and supportive of SPU's Statement of Faith and its derivative policies and lifestyle expectations.
What will you do?
As the Chemistry Lab Coordinator you will:
- Prepare solutions and set up equipment for chemistry experiments and labs.
- Supervise and train student Teaching Assistants.
- Ensure safety regulations and chemical hygiene protocols are followed in all instructional labs.
- Collect, log, and manage hazardous waste waste weekly.
- Maintain clean and organized lab spaces; perform minor repairs on instruments.
- Monitor lab inventory and coordinate orders for supplies and equipment with the Lab Manager.
- Collaborate with the Biology lab coordinator to coordinate shared equipment usage.
- Perform annual tasks such as a deep lab cleaning, physical inventory of chemicals and glassware, and complete required RCRA and DOT trainings.
- Assist with biology lab coordination and supply/equipment pickups as needed.
- Complete other duties as assigned by the Lab Manager
What will you bring?
We're looking for someone with:
- A Bachelor's degree in Chemistry.
- Demonstrated hands-on laboratory experience in a chemistry lab, either through academic coursework or professional roles.
- Familiarity with scientific equipment, including pH meters, balances, micropipettes, and Spectronic 20s.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
- Comfort supervising and mentoring student workers.
- Physical ability to lift and carry 40 - 50 pounds.
- A personal commitment to Christian faith, enthusiasm about supporting SPU's mission, alignment with the University's Statement of Faith, and a willingness to accept the lifestyle standards of the Christian community.
Compensation and benefits: $24.00 - $25.50 per hour, DOE
This position works full time for 10 months and then half time for 2 months during the summer. Chemistry coordinators are offered the SPU benefits package for full time employees that includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Retirement plan with generous university contribution
- Paid holidays, vacation and sick time
- Tuition assistance for employees and eligible dependents
Additional Information:
To apply: Please submit your application through our Workday Careers site. Be prepared to upload both a resume and cover letter.
We look forward to hearing about how you can contribute to the learning environment of our amazing students and to SPU's mission to engage the culture and change the world!
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