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Stockton University is ranked among the top public universities in the Northeast with more than 160 undergraduate and graduate programs, as well as continuing education opportunities. The University, one hour from Philadelphia and two hours from New York City, offers unique living and learning environments throughout southern New Jersey, including the 1,600-acre Galloway campus in the Pinelands National Reserve and Stockton University Atlantic City, located in the University District, just steps from the beach and the iconic Atlantic City Boardwalk. Additional locations include Hammonton, Manahawkin and Woodbine. As a public university, Stockton provides an environment for excellence to a diverse student body, including those from underrepresented populations, through an interdisciplinary approach to liberal arts, sciences, and professional education. Founded in 1969, Stockton held its first classes in 1971. The University’s commitment to cultural diversity and its welcoming and vibrant community makes Stockton a great place to learn and work! Learn more about the many reasons to choose Stockton at www.Stockton.edu.

Faculty and Staff are committed to support Stockton University’s commitment to diversity and strong student-centered vision and mission.

This is an in-person on campus, non-remote position. The University has implemented a program allowing employees to work from home one day a week. Participation is subject to Divisional Executive approval depending on operational need.

Professional Services Specialist 4, Adm NE - NAMS Lab Safety Compliance

  • Galloway, New Jersey
  • School of Natural Science & Mathematics
  • Staff Full-time
  • Opening on: Dec 19 2024
  • Closing on: Feb 13 2025

Campus Location: Main Campus (Galloway)

Department: School of Natural Sciences & Mathematics

Salary Range: $54,351.05 - $56,828.70

Salary Information: Based on NJ Civil Service Commission regulations and is accompanied by an extremely competitive University benefits package

Work Hours: 35 hours per week

Brief Job Overview/Summary

This position will maintain hazardous waste areas, instrumentation, chemical inventory; will support and enforce safety and compliance.

Descriptions of Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

Under the direction of the Director of Academic Laboratories and Field Facilities,
responsibilities include:

  • Maintain the hazardous waste areas and compliance requirements.
  • Enforce the proper labeling of all chemical compounds in accordance with the requirements of the Hazard Communication Standard, NJ Right to Know Act and Solid Waste Management Act.
  • Support and enforces the OSHA Lab Standard and all pertinent safety regulations in accordance with the Chemical Hygiene Plan and Exposure Control Plan.
  • Assist NAMS’ Radiation Safety Officer in maintaining the appropriate inventories of radionuclide materials and participate in facilities inspections.
  • Assist in maintenance of NAMS’ Chemical Inventory control system which is required under present compliance for chemical use and storage.
  • Conduct annual safety regulation training and record keeping in the NAMS laboratories.
  • Maintain, calibrate, service, and track the inventory of the current status of all research and teaching scientific instruments including, but not limited to, NMR spectrometers, GC-MS, Capillary DNA sequencer, HPLC, AA, UV-VIS and FT-IR spectrometers.
  • Perform simple diagnostic and repair procedures of electronic or mechanical problems; schedules and coordinates all necessary manufacturers’ technical and repair service.
  • Coordinate with ITS to maintain and perform software upgrades of peripherals including computers, printers and controllers.
  • Serves as staff support to NAMS’ Bio-Safety Committee, Radiation Safety Committee, and Bio-Hazard Committee.
  • When needed, complete chemical/biology reagent preparation for laboratory courses.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Academic Laboratory and Field Facilities or the Dean of Natural Sciences and Mathematics.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field

    NOTE:
    Applicants must meet one of the following or a combination of both experience and education. Thirty (30) semester-hour credits are equal to one (1) year of relevant experience.

    • Five (5) years of professional experience in one or combination of the following: data processing, installation and maintenance of application programs, technical support, and/or design and preparation of programs.
      OR
    • Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; and one (1) year of the above-mentioned professional experience.

      NOTE:
      "Professional experience" refers to work that is analytical, evaluative, and interpretive; requires a range of basic knowledge of the profession's concepts and practices; and is performed with the authority to act and make accurate and informed decisions

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in Chemistry
  • Experience with analytical instrumentation

Screening Information:
Screening of applications begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

How to Apply:
To apply please visit https://employment.stockton.edu or click the "Apply" button.

SAME APPLICANTS: If you are applying under the NJ “SAME” program, your supporting documents (Schedule A or B), must be submitted along with your resume by the closing date indicated above. For more information on the SAME Program visit their Website at: https://nj.gov/csc/same/overview/index.shtml , email:  CSC-Same@csc.nj.gov, or call 609-292-4144, option 3.

In accordance with P.L. 2021, c. 465 and P.L. 2021, 466, the SAME Program was established to enable New Jersey State agencies to hire, promote, retain, and advance qualified individuals whose physical or mental impairments impact their abilities to participate in the hiring and promotion process for non-competitive and unclassified titles within the State workforce. This program uses a fast-track process that permits people who are eligible for the program to request that the State appointing authority schedule with them a good faith interview. Individuals applying for non-competitive or unclassified positions under this program should contact us to determine if they are eligible for the fast-track hiring process. 

Only electronic documents will be accepted. Please complete the online application and include three professional references in addition to the following required documents. All required documents (Microsoft Word of PDF) must be submitted in order for your application to move forward. 

  • A letter of interest describing qualifications and accomplishments
  • Current resume

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Please note:

  • Stockton University is an equal opportunity institution encouraging a diverse pool of applicants.  Pursuant to Title IX of the Education Amendment of 1972, Stockton University prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex (including, but not limited to the prohibition of sexual misconduct and relationship violence, sexual assault and harassment) in all of its educational programs and activities. Please visit http://www.stockton.edu/affirmative_action for information on Stockton's Equal Opportunity and Institutional Compliance processes. The University provides reasonable accommodations as appropriate. An applicant may request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process by contacting Bart Musitano, Manager for University Pensions and Benefits within the Office of Human Resources (Main Campus, J-115) at 609-652-4384, Monday-Friday between 8:00am - 5:00pm.
  • All offers of employment are contingent upon a favorable background check, which may include social intelligence from a consumer reporting agency.
  • In accordance with the New Jersey First Act P.L. 2011 c.70, effective September 1, 2011, new public employees (faculty exempt) are required to obtain New Jersey residency within one (1) year of employment. Applicants must meet the requirements listed.
  • Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crimes Statistics Act (Clery Act), prospective employees may access Stockton’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (ASFSR) at https://www.stockton.edu/police/crime-statistics.html. The ASFSR contains the previous three years of reported Clery Act crime statistics, fire safety information and information regarding campus and personal safety. Paper copies of the report are available at the Stockton University Police Department, building 71, 101 Vera King Farris Drive, Galloway Township, NJ, or call 609-652-4390, to request that a copy be sent via postal mail.

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