At Ball State University, inclusiveness is one of the enduring values and informs all of our work. We define 'inclusiveness' as a commitment 'to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.' As such, this value incorporates a commitment to inclusive excellence and freedom of expression.

Manage laboratory preparation for biology courses; serve as a safety resource for the department; manage the departmental stockroom.

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in biology, chemistry or related natural science by date of appointment.

At least 1 year of laboratory experience.

Bachelor's degree in microbiology or molecular biology.

More than three years of laboratory experience; supervisory or instructional experience.

Students, Graduate Assistant

Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.

Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of our master's, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.

Manage the laboratory preparation for biology courses; includes set-up, maintain, and dismantle laboratory experiments, demonstrations and equipment needed; prepare chemical solutions, reagents, and media for instructional laboratories; clean and adjust laboratory equipment; develop and maintain inventory of laboratory supplies and equipment needed for lab classes. Communicate with lab instructors regarding lab notes.

Manage the Biology stockroom; includes order, maintain, and dispense basic lab and safety supplies for biology courses and for research; includes uorescent and germicidal light bulbs for laminar ow and bio-safety hoods; ethanol is ordered and dispensed under federal guidelines for department use.

Serve as the safety resource for Biology. Coordinate and dispose of chemical waste in accordance with Environmental, Health and Safety procedures through Environmental Health and Safety Oce.

Support faculty, staff and students with vendor relations and orders; includes source items and handle returns; coordinate ordering and delivery of gas cylinders, maintenance of liquid nitrogen system, installation and in house training for new equipment; coordinate service calls for preventive maintenance, repairs and certications, and assist with shipping.

Train and supervise undergraduate students and graduate teaching assistants concerning instructional laboratory set-up and safety procedures; train and supervise student employees in the stockroom.

Work with sales and contract representatives from vendors to negotiate price quotes and equipment service contracts; collaborate the department Financial Assistant to coordinate departmental orders; purchase items from local stores when appropriate. Coordinate delivery of research equipment and supplies.

Obtain bids for capital equipment purchases.

Submit work requests to Facilities Work Control for repairs and multi-facility shop renovations; includes manage progress on these requests.

Manage preventive maintenance and service contracts on biosafety hoods, laminar flow hoods, autoclaves, microscopes, freezers and other research equipment. Including coordinating with vendors and with other departments as needed.

Work with Inventory Control in the Purchasing department to locate equipment for inventory records and tagging; arrange for disposal of university property through Purchasing.

Manage or assist with research lab clean outs and moves.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experiences align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please also describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to our University's , including inclusiveness, which we define as a commitment 'to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.'