General Information
Vacancy Open to
All Candidates
Employment Type
Permanent - Full-time
If time-limited, note appointment end date
Hours per week
40
Months per year
12
Position Number
002770
NC Salary Grade Equivalency
GN04
Classification Title
Research Technician - Contributing
Working Title
Research Technician
Salary Range
$31,200 - $38,364
Anticipate Hiring Range
$31,200 - $36,000
FLSA Status
Non Exempt
Division
Academic Affairs
Department
Col Liberal Arts & Science (Col)
Work Unit
Chemistry
Work Schedule
8 am – 5 pm Monday – Friday times may change based on department needs
Primary Purpose of Position
Support the Chemistry Department through maintaining the Chemistry laboratories and Prep Room, preparation, set up, and restocking of chemicals and equipment for 1000 and 2000 level labs. Responsible for stockroom billing, safe and orderly handling and storage of chemicals.
Minimum Education/Experience
Required Minimum Qualifications:
Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.
University Preferred Qualifications:
Graduation from high school; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.
University Preferred Qualifications:
Graduation from high school; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Essential Job Duties
- Prepare chemical solutions and materials for General Chemistry and Organic teaching labs.
- Work as part of the Prep Room Team supporting all Chemistry teaching and Research labs in the Chemistry Department.
- Manage purchase orders, process all deliveries and deliver to correct locations.
- Monitor, train and help manage student workers.
Other Work Responsibilities
- Assist with lab safety and safety equipment management.
- Perform work in a safe, efficient and organized manner.
- Assist Researchers and Faculty with extra duties as needed, and as part of the Prep Room Team.
- Create a work plan from a list of tasks and goals.
- Other duties, as assigned.
Departmental Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education
- B.S. or B.A. in Chemistry
- Knowledge of chemical handling and storage procedures.
- Experience with basic lab equipment and instruments: chemical balances, pH meters, spectrometers.
- Understand chemical nomenclature, formulas, equations and symbols.
- Ability to perform mathematical calculations involving chemical formulas and concepts. (Molarity, Titration, Concentration, etc.)
- Ability to make chemical solutions from procedures or formulas.
- Experience training student workers is preferred.
- Ability to multi-task efficiently.
- Ability to lift 40 lbs., climb ladders and move materials safely.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and able to use internet browsers.
- Self-motivated team member.
- Effective skills in verbal, written and interpersonal communication including effectively working/interacting with persons from different backgrounds and cultures.
Necessary Licenses or Certifications
Work Location
Science Building
Posting date
08/19/2023
Closing date
09/03/2023
Proposed Hire Date
09/25/2023
Contact Information
Special Notes to Applicants
UNC Charlotte Benefits Information:
https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits
The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check.
- The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist.
Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and education are listed on your application.
- Do not write ‘see resume’ on your application when completing the job duties section.
If you answer the questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers (see job duties section of previous employment).
- Failure to answer the questions at the end of the application will not preclude your application from being considered but may result in your application not receiving full consideration of your knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Please submit a resume and cover letter with your application.
- These documents will be used to evaluate your written communication skills as well as supporting documents of your knowledge, skills, abilities, education, and professional experience.
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