For additional information concerning this job posting contact:
Jennifer Isaac
LSUS Department of Human Resource Management
Room 108 Administration Building, LSUS
(318) 797-5279

LSUS is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from women and minorities. For more information about LSU Shreveport go to www.lsus.edu
LSUS is a State As a Model (SAME) employer that promotes affirmative strategies and goals for employment of individuals with disabilities.

The Louisiana State University in Shreveport is seeking a Laboratory Technician (a 12-month position) to oversee operations for the LSUS College of Arts and Sciences departments of Chemistry/Physics and Biological Sciences. The selected candidate would assist in managing the stockrooms by receiving, stocking incoming supplies, and ordering resources as directed. In addition, the technician will assist faculty with weekly preparations or restocking supplies for the teaching laboratories. The technician will also operate and coordinate the maintenance and repair of moderately complex laboratory equipment; check for malfunctions and may perform minor repairs. May provide training on the use of equipment and assist faculty in building specialized equipment for research. May provide direction to student workers.

Responsibilities:

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  Distribute, maintain, and appropriately store chemicals in stock rooms and teaching labs
• Maintain and organize stock rooms and laboratory supplies
• Coordinate the maintenance and repair of departmental instrumentation such as NMR, IR, HPLCs, spectrophotometers, water purification, autoclaves, etc.
• Schedule and coordinate with third-party equipment repair companies as needed
• Assist faculty with the safe delivery and storage of gases and cryogens
• Maintain an accurate chemical inventory with current Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
• Ensure all hazardous chemicals/products are appropriately labeled, including secondary containers
• Handles classification and proper disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous material
• Assist in setting up, evaluating, and troubleshooting new techniques, policies, and procedures
• Assist in developing SOPs and training students, staff, and faculty on the use of equipment
• Perform routine inspections and ensure results are communicated
• Ensure appropriate signage is placed for regulated materials and equipment
• Look for opportunities for continuous improvement

• A bachelor’s degree in biology or chemistry required (Master’s degree preferred)
• 1 - 3 years of experience working in a lab or related field
• Computer skills: knowledge of Microsoft Office and other relevant programs
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• Understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills