Science Lab Coordinator 040925-002H & 040925-001H

Eastern Florida State College is currently seeking applications for the part-time position of Science Lab Coordinator on the Titusville Campus in Titusville, Florida.

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Eastern Florida State College is currently seeking applications for the part-time position of Science Lab Coordinator on the Cocoa Campus in Cocoa, Florida.

Assist with management, preparation, and oversight of the Science Labs (Microbiology, Chemical, Biological, and Physical Sciences labs) on the campus, with emphasis on maintaining OSHA, EPA/DEP, Florida Department of Health standards, and required SDS.

The following minimum qualifications for this position must be met before any applicant will be considered:

Associates Degree from a regionally accredited institution in a science discipline (Chemistry, Biology, or Physics).

Knowledge of analytical chemistry and aseptic microbiology techniques.

Ability to perform chemical calculations and to prepare chemical solutions.

Ability to track consumable inventory.

Ability to perform minor repairs and maintenance of science equipment.

Ability to maintain and cultivate live specimens.

Knowledge of OSHA, EPA/DEP, IACUC, and FDOH requirements, safety issues, regulations, SDS, and the ability to disseminate this information to faculty and students.

Valid Florida Motor Vehicle Operator’s license required.

This position will require successful fingerprinting and the candidate chosen will be required to pay the associated fee (currently $36.00). This fingerprinting fee ($36.00) is non-refundable.

Understanding of and commitment to Equal Access/Equal Opportunity.

Official transcripts of all collegiate work will be required to be considered beyond the application phase.*

*High School Diploma or GED or transcripts or official transcripts of all collegiate work (as appropriate for the position) must be sent directly from the attended institution to the Human Resources Office prior to the first day of employment. All foreign degrees must have a course-by-course official evaluation and translation sent to the Human Resources Office directly from an evaluation company affiliated with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc.

Minimum physical qualifications:

Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.

Ability to occasionally lift, push, pull and/or move up to 40 pounds.

Ability to access, input and retrieve information and/or data from a computer.

Works inside an office environment.

Works in a laboratory environment and with scientific equipment.

Works with hazardous chemicals and pathogenic bacteria.

The hourly rate is $15.00. This position has been approved for up to 28 hours per week. This position is eligible for regular part-time benefits (i.e. vacation, life insurance, etc.).

Applications will be accepted from April 14, 2025, through April 23, 2025; however, the College reserves the right to extend or conclude searches without notice. Applications must be submitted prior to 5:00 p.m. on the closing day. This is a covered position under Chapter 295 Florida Statutes, which provides for Veterans’ Preference in employment for eligible veterans and eligible spouses of veterans.

About the college

Eastern Florida State College, located in the heart of Florida’s Space Coast, is a co-educational, publicly supported post-secondary institution that adopted its current name on July 1, 2013 with the addition of four-year Bachelor's Degrees.

An accredited institution, EFSC is recognized as one of America's leading state colleges for quality instruction, organization and innovative, leading-edge programs.