Associate Director, Science Laboratories

Location : Normal, IL
Job Type: Full-time
Unit: Academic Affairs
Division/Department: STEM and Business
Opening Date: 12/18/2023
Description
We seek applicants for a full-time position with the STEM & Business division to administer all aspects of physical and natural Science Laboratories.
General responsibilities include but are not limited to

• Support, supervise, and perform laboratory preparation as necessary to facilitate instruction in the Science Laboratories at all HCC locations
• Hire, train, schedule, and supervise laboratory assistants, technicians, and student employees
• Maintain laboratory inventory of chemicals, instructional supplies, and equipment
• Assist the Associate Dean in the development of the budget for instructional lab supplies, equipment, and part-time employee salaries
• Maintain OSHA laboratory safety standards, a chemical hygiene plan, an incident report log, and Material Safety Data Sheets
• Remain knowledgeable of current science laboratory offerings and techniques in order to train and support laboratory assistants, technicians, and student employees

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a natural or physical sciences discipline or other discipline with relevant experience
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
• Proven ability to collaborate successfully in a team setting
• High degree of safety consciousness and responsibility

Desired Qualifications

• Master's degree in a life or physical sciences discipline
• Experience maintaining science laboratory environment and associated equipment
• Experience teaching science laboratory classes
• Supervisory experience

Applications submitted by January 16, 2024 will receive priority consideration, with review of applications continuing as needed.
Heartland Community College is an equal opportunity institution.
HCC values equity, diversity and inclusion. We create a collegial and welcoming culture by taking collective responsibility in the creation, protection, and enhancement of an equitable, diverse, and inclusive campus community.
EMPLOYEE LEAVE
Vacation: 20 days per year with a maximum annual carry-over of 40 days
Sick Leave: 12 days per year with unlimited annual carry-over
Holidays: 12 designated paid holidays plus 3 paid floating days
HCC is closed from Christmas Eve Day through New Year's Day generally resulting in 2-3 additional paid days
EMPLOYEE INSURANCE COVERAGES
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Term Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Other benefits include flexible spending plan, educational supports, and retirement benefits.