Casual - Specialist, Chemistry Lab (FY 26-27)
- 494736
- Harrisburg, PA, Pennsylvania
- Non exempt
- Closing on: Oct 20 2026
Job Summary: This position is responsible for maintaining and organizing the assigned Chemistry laboratories and assisting Chemistry faculty and staff whenever needed.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry or related field and 2 years’ experience* Or a combination of experience and education sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.
Licensing Requirements: N/A
Hiring Range: $22.67 - $25.51
Preferred Qualifications: N/A
Job Specific Task List:
- Prepares chemistry laboratories, equipment, materials, reagents, and solutions for scheduled laboratory activities. - (Essential)
- Sets up and breaks down laboratory experiments and demonstrations in accordance with established procedures. - (Essential)
- Ensures appropriate quantities of chemicals, supplies, glassware, and equipment are available for laboratory activities. Orders supplies as needed. - (Essential)
- Follows and promotes College laboratory safety policies and established Chemical Hygiene Plan procedures. - (Essential)
- Maintains appropriate labeling, storage, handling, and use of chemicals and laboratory materials. - (Essential)
- Assists with chemical waste collection, labeling, storage, and disposal in accordance with College procedures and applicable regulations. - (Essential)
- Maintains required safety documentation, chemical inventories, safety data sheets (SDSs), and laboratory records. - (Essential)
- Maintains an accurate inventory of chemicals, laboratory supplies, glassware, instrumentation, and other instructional materials. - (Essential)
- Communicates effectively with faculty and College staff regarding laboratory needs, equipment issues, supply requirements, and safety concerns. - (Essential)
- Performs other duties as assigned. - (Standard)
Job Type: Part-Time (less than 1,000 hours)
Pennsylvania Work Location Requirement: All work, teaching, meetings, and activities related to this position must be performed within the State of Pennsylvania. This position does not offer a remote work option.
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