Explore a Career with Dakota State University
Science Lab Manager
Madison, SD
Dakota State University is seeking an enthusiastic individual to embark on their career journey as our Science Lab Manager. This 9-month position is responsible for managing the science labs and preparing lab materials for biology, chemistry, physics, and/or geography labs.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare lab materials for biology, chemistry, physics, and/or geography labs.
- Administer, train, and supervise student lab assistants.
- Prepare instructional materials and assist with grading and student support.
- Oversee the acquisition and stocking of teaching-related chemicals, lab supplies, equipment, and manuals.
- Facilitate lab safety and organize laboratory waste disposals.
- Supervise use and routine maintenance of teaching-related equipment and facilities.
- Teach science lab sections as assigned.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in natural or physical science or science-related field.
- Experience working in a laboratory setting.
- Familiarity with safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Strong organization, attention to detail, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to lift at least 10lbs.
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in natural or physical science or science-related field.
- Experience supervising student employees, teaching assistant, or interns.
- Experience coordinating educational or outreach activities.
- Prior teaching or instructional experience in a lab setting.
Benefits:
- Flexible benefits package – health, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, hospital indemnity insurance, flexible spending account, health savings account, health reimbursement account.
- South Dakota Retirement System. Employees receive 6% fully matched contributions from SDRS and are vested after three years of service.
- Paid time off – full time 12-month employees earn 15 days per year of annual leave and 14 days of sick leave per year. In addition, employees receive 11 federal paid holidays.
- Reduced tuition for education.
- Professional liability coverage
- Paid family leave
How to Apply:
DSU accepts applications through an on-line employment site. To apply, visit https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu. Please submit a cover letter, resume, transcripts, and a list of at least three references.
Applications will begin to be reviewed immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Applications will begin to be reviewed immediately and continue until the position is filled.