Nova Southeastern University Fort Lauderdale , FL 33301
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About Us:
We are excited that you are considering joining Nova Southeastern University!
Nova Southeastern University (NSU) was founded in 1964, and is a not-for-profit, independent university with a reputation for academic excellence and innovation. Nova Southeastern University offers competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package including tuition waiver, retirement plan, excellent medical and dental plans and much more. NSU cares about the health and welfare of its students, faculty, staff, and campus visitors and is a tobacco-free university.
We appreciate your support in making NSU the preeminent place to live, work, study and grow. Thank you for your interest in a career with Nova Southeastern University.
NSU considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, political affiliation or belief, national origin, marital or veteran status or any other legally protected status.
Essential Job Functions: 1. Monitors and supports the activities of students, employees and teaching assistants to ensure that standard policies and practices are followed; enforces all lab safety protocols. Participates in appropriate training and supports students and faculty on proper handling of hazardous materials and disposal procedures.
2.Prepares laboratory materials, equipment, and supplies to ensure that all necessary elements and tools are readily available and in good working condition.
3.Cleans, maintains, and prepares supplies and work areas. Performs routine maintenance tasks on laboratory equipment and instruments to ensure their proper functioning. This may involve cleaning, calibration, and troubleshooting equipment issues.
4.Sets up, adjusts, calibrates, cleans, maintains, and troubleshoots laboratory and field equipment.
5.Orders, monitors and inventories materials, chemicals, and supplies to ensure uninterrupted lab operations.
6.Provides training and assistance in the use of equipment to ensure efficient usage.
7.Provides and maintains a safe work environment by participating in safety programs, committees, or teams and by conducting laboratory or plant safety audits.
8.Collaborates with faculty and staff to identify opportunities to stay updated on new techniques, technologies, and regulations.
9.Completes special projects as assigned.
Marginal Job Functions: Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Knowledge:
1.Biology
2.Chemistry
3.English Language
4.Mathematics
Skills:
5.Reading Comprehension
6.Active Listening
7.Critical Thinking
8.Science
9.Complex Problem Solving
Abilities:
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
May be required to work nights or weekends.
May be exposed to short, intermittent, and/or prolonged periods of sitting and/or standing in performance of job duties.
May be required to lift up to 50 lbs.
May be required to use lab materials and/or supplies, to include but not limited to latex gloves, syringes, etc.
May be required to accomplish job duties using various types of equipment/supplies, to include but not limited to pens, pencils, and computer keyboards.
Job Requirements: Required Certifications/Licensures: Required Education: High School Diploma Major (if required): Required Experience: High School Diploma and five (5) years of laboratory experience,
Associate's degree and three (3) years of laboratory experience,
Bachelor's degree and up to two (2) years of laboratory experience.
Preferred Qualifications: Is this a safety sensitive position? No Background Screening Required? No Pre-Employment Conditions:
Sensitivity Disclaimer: Nova Southeastern University is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities, and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary.
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