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POSTING INFORMATION
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Internal Title
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Laboratory Assistant
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Position Type
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Classified
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Faculty / Non-Faculty / Administration
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Non-Faculty
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Pay Band
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4
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Level
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2
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Department
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Chemistry
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Job Purpose
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Lab assistant is responsible for preparing chemicals, setting up/break down experiments and equipment for academic chemistry laboratories. Employee is responsible for ensuring compliance with safety regulations and chemical hygiene guidelines. in classrooms and prep spaces. Lab Assistant assesses materials after lab for quality and quantity, submitting purchase orders to Lab/Business manager as needed.
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Minimum Requirements
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Requires a BA or BS laboratory science degree with at least 8 hours of Organic Chemistry and successful completion of Quantitative Analysis Laboratory course work, or its equivalent in work related experience. A BS degree in chemistry from an ACS certified department is strongly recommended. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.
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Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
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Must possess basic laboratory skills for the chemistry lab, including the ability to prepare chemical solutions to exacting standards without supervision. Must be proficient at word processing, spreadsheets, and database usage. Must possess strong organizational skills, ability to work well with others, be able to multitask, and serve the academic mission of the department, for chemical hygiene and chemical storage, and follow chemical safety regulations. Must be familiar with Safety Data Sheets. Must be able to kneel, twist, bend, and lift 40 lbs.
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Additional Comments Regarding Position
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Must be capable of light physical activity. Occasional nontraditional work hours (12:00pm- 8:30pm) may be required when classes are in session September-November and January-April.
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Special Instructions to Applicants
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Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
*Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.
Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.
All applications must be submitted online https://jobs.cofc.edu.
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Salary
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*$34,320 - $40,000
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Posting Date
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05/29/2025
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Closing Date
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06/13/2025
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Benefits
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- Insurance: Health/Dental/Vision
- Life Insurance
- Paid Leave: Sick/Annual/Parental
- Retirement
- Long Term Disability
- Paid Holidays
- Free CARTA Bus Service
- Employee Tuition Assistance Program (ETAP)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Full Benefits Package – Click Here
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Open Until Filled
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No
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Posting Number
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2025065
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EEO Statement
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The College of Charleston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of sex, gender (including gender identity and/or expression), pregnancy, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, and other classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information, please visit eop.cofc.edu.
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Quicklink for Posting
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https://jobs.cofc.edu/postings/16712
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