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Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.\n\nCURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, pleaselogin to Workday to complete thestudent application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.\n\nIf you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants.\n\nApproval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.\nPOSITION SPECIFICS\nThe Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering seeks a Lab Coordinator - Engineering to coordinate the operational activities of research and instructional laboratories. This position ensures laboratory safety, readiness, efficiency, equipment availability, and compliance while providing technical and operational support to faculty, researchers, staff, and students. The position also serves as the department’s primary purchaser and purchasing initiator for teaching and research laboratory needs, including equipment, supplies, services, repairs, and related procurements.\nResponsibilities include but are not limited to:\nCoordinate laboratory scheduling, preparation, setup, teardown, equipment availability, and general readiness for teaching and research activities.\nSupport faculty, researchers, staff, and students in planning and conducting laboratory experiments, demonstrations, and testing; provide guidance on laboratory procedures, equipment capabilities, technical requirements, and appropriate supplies.\nServe as the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering laboratory safety officer at ECoRE and coordinate departmental laboratory safety activities.\nEnsure laboratory operations, equipment, and procedures comply with Penn State policies and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.\nCoordinate annual laboratory self-inspections and Penn State Environmental Health and Safety inspections; track corrective actions and maintain safety plans, records, training documentation, chemical and compressed-gas inventories, and other required documentation.\nAssist with the investigation and documentation of laboratory accidents, injuries, and safety concerns, and coordinate appropriate corrective actions.\nPromote safe laboratory practices, environmental awareness, waste reduction, and recycling.\nServe as the department’s facilities representative for research and teaching laboratories, classrooms, computer laboratories, offices, administrative spaces, and designated student areas.\nCoordinate facility repairs, maintenance, renovations, upgrades, and other facilities-related requests; communicate with stakeholders regarding project status and completion.\nAdditional responsibilities may include:\nCoordinate tours of departmental facilities for faculty candidates, prospective students and families, alumni, advisory council members, accreditation teams, contractors, architects, and other visitors as needed.\nCoordinate the acquisition, installation, maintenance, repair, calibration, storage, and disposition of laboratory equipment and apparatus.\nDevelop equipment specifications, obtain information from manufacturers and vendors, troubleshoot equipment issues, and coordinate preventive maintenance, calibration, and technical services.\nMaintain accurate records for laboratory operations, including equipment and property inventories, supplies, maintenance and repair activities, safety training and inspections, purchasing activity, and laboratory documentation.\nMonitor laboratory supply inventories and coordinate replenishment to support scheduled instructional and research activities.\nInitiate and process purchasing transactions in accordance with University policies; obtain quotes and competitive pricing, monitor orders and deliveries, resolve purchasing and vendor issues, and review invoices and supporting documentation.\nCompile information and prepare reports related to laboratory operations, expenditures, equipment, safety, facilities, and administrative activities.\nIt is preferred that the successful candidate will possess:\nFour to seven years of experience coordinating engineering, research, instructional, or specialized laboratory operations.\nExperience with laboratory safety programs, inspections, chemical and compressed-gas inventories, incident documentation, or environmental health and safety practices.\nExperience with laboratory equipment procurement, installation, calibration, maintenance, repair, and asset/inventory management.\nExperience with purchasing processes, invoice validation, vendor coordination, and budget monitoring.\nExperience supporting laboratories, instructional spaces, or research facilities.\nAbility to coordinate laboratory operations, equipment, supplies, maintenance, safety activities, and related documentation.\nAbility to interpret and follow institutional policies, safety requirements, and applicable regulatory standards.\nAbility to work independently, prioritize varied responsibilities, and collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, students, vendors, contractors, and other stakeholders.\nStrong organizational, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.\nMINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS\nIf filled as Lab Coordinator - Engineering - Senior Professional, this position requires:\nBachelor's Degree\n6+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted\nRequired Certifications:\nNone\n\nIf filled as Lab Coordinator - Engineering - Advanced Professional, this position requires:\nBachelor's Degree\n3+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted\nRequired Certifications:\nNoneBACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES\nEmployment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.SALARY & BENEFITS\nThe salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $59,580.00 - $94,980.00.Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure\nPenn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.\nCAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS\nPursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.\nEEO IS THE LAW\nPenn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.\nPenn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. 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