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CHEMISTRY (BL-CHEM-IUBLA)

Faculty and staff in the Department of Chemistry are committed to developing students? understanding of science and problem-solving skills and preparing them for careers in science and the health professions.

The Department of Chemistry is a part of the College of Arts and Sciences at Indiana University and offers a variety of outstanding employment opportunities such as academics, scientist positions, laboratory technicians, administrative and information technology support, fiscal services and purchasing, technical services (machinists, electronics, glass blowers), student and teaching services, and much more. Each and every individual in every role is integral to the success of the educational and research mission of the department, the College, and Indiana University as a whole.

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This position is part of the undergraduate laboratory support team. The individual selected for this role is expected to be able to "think on their feet", to be a competent decision maker, to be a team player, and be a creative problem solver.

Department-Specific Responsibilities

• Responsible for assisting the Director of Undergraduate Laboratories and Outreach in all aspects of the undergraduate laboratory program (general, organic, analytical, inorganic, and physical chemistry labs as well as biochemistry laboratories).
• Manages and participates in the outreach program of the department to K-12 schools and other community programs.
• Provides AI training and supervision of AIs (about 80 per semester)
• Oversees and trains of undergraduate hourly workers who prepare laboratory reagents and sets up equipment for the laboratory program.
• Responsible for either the lower level (general chemistry) or upper level (organic, analytic, materials, and inorganic chemistry) as well as implementation of college/university goals for the incorporation of high impact practices in chemistry.
• Serves as direct supervisor of the department's preparatory lab technician.
• Serves as laboratory Coordinator for either lower level or upper-level undergraduate laboratories.
• Assists AIs in the teaching labs through answering student questions, ensuring that students understand why they are carrying out the procedures required in the lab experience, and being available to provide any detailed explanations of chemical concepts that will aid students in successful completion of the laboratory.
• Attends regular meetings with the course faculty and AIs to discuss the laboratory and safety issues to avert problems during the laboratory period.
• Under minimal supervision, assists the Director of Undergraduate Laboratories and Outreach in developing and expanding high impact practices in chemistry laboratories (at all levels) through testing and implementing new laboratory learning technologies, developing course-based research opportunities, developing and teaching service-learning courses.
• Collaborates with instructors, develop and expand outreach programs for preK-12 audiences, give presentations to community groups and on-campus outreach programs (in conjunction with the College of arts and Sciences pre-college programs office), maintain awareness of current pedagogical trends in chemical education and the State of Indiana Academic Standards in math and physical science for K-12 education to develop programming which will support and reinforce the Academic Standards in math and physical science
• Supervises student hourly workers to ensure that undergraduate teaching laboratories are prepared and stocked for each period. Manage the hourly budget.
• Evaluates the performance of laboratory instrumentation, complete or facilitate repairs of laboratory equipment, be able to diagnose problems and propose working solutions during laboratory periods.
• Works with EHS to develop appropriate waste disposal procedures; ensure that waste materials from undergraduate laboratories are prepared for appropriate waste disposal by AIs and student workers.

General Responsibilities

• Provides support and guidance to faculty in both individual and group settings regarding instructional support, pedagogical practice, classroom management, and federal regulations like FERPA and Title IX.
• Determines additional support needs through consultation and designs resources to meet educational support needs.
• Participates in educational resources initiatives in coordination with faculty and staff to improve student academic outcomes and improve classroom experience.
• Assists with training of teaching assistants and associate instructors.
• Plans seminars, workshops, and other events for faculty, associate instructors, and students, as requested and appropriate by faculty.
• May oversee student testing administration and consult regularly with students regarding coordination of educational resources.
• May serve as an informational resource and/or delegate tasks to administrative staff.

Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.

EDUCATION

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Sciences

Preferred

• Master's degree in Chemistry or a Master of Arts in Teaching Degree in Chemistry

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required

• 2 years in related field

Preferred

• Prior teaching experience

SKILLS

Required

• Proficient communication skills
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism
• Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills
• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
• Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
• Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
• Highly thorough and dependable
• Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure

Preferred

• Working knowledge and hands-on experience with a wide variety of chemical instrumentation, computer applications, and computer/instrument interfaces is expected.
• Experience in instrument repair is highly desirable.
• Demonstrates familiarity with the various disciplines in chemistry and the laboratory techniques required to support the teaching function of this position

This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

$52,000-$55,000 Annually

The hours of this position will include some evening and weekend hours (as dictated by the times of undergraduate course offerings or needs of the laboratory program).

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Multiple plan options for medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
• Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options
• Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting
• Additional supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition benefit for IU classes
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure.

Career Level: Career

FLSA: Exempt

Job Function: Educational Resources & Tech

Job Family: Educational Resources

This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.

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