Laboratory Coordinator II - Department of Chemistry

Department Information Colorado School of Mines (Mines) is an internationally preeminent teaching and research university dedicated to meeting the resource development needs of a rapidly evolving, technology-based society. Mines was selected by the Colorado State Legislature as the state's first "exemplary institution" of public higher education due to our "high degree of responsibility and capability with regard to academic and administrative functions." Colorado's oldest public university, Mines is located in Golden, Colorado at the gateway of the Rocky Mountains, 13 miles west of downtown Denver and 21 miles south of Boulder. MINES IS PROUD TO OFFER EXCELLENT BENEFITS TO ATTRACT AND RETAIN EXTRAORDINARY TALENT. OUR PERKS INCLUDE: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Generous vacation and sick leave plus 13 paid holidays State retirement plan (PERA) Parental Leave Reduced cost tuition for employee and family members Life and Disability Insurance Professional growth and training opportunities Access to technology and equipment Colorado State Employee Assistance Program Access to a world-class recreation center Interaction with an international population and cultural events Description of Job Shape the Student and Research Laboratory Experience at Mines The Department of Chemistry at Colorado School of Mines is seeking a highly organized, safety-focused, and collaborative Laboratory Coordinator II to oversee the daily operations that keep our teaching and research laboratories running smoothly. This role is critical to the success of faculty, students, researchers, and student employees by ensuring laboratory spaces are safe, well-equipped, compliant, and prepared for hands-on learning and discovery. If you thrive in a dynamic laboratory environment, enjoy solving operational challenges, and take pride in supporting scientific excellence, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact across the department. About the Role As the Laboratory Coordinator II, you will serve as a key operational resource for the Department of Chemistry, managing laboratory preparation, chemical inventory, purchasing, safety compliance, equipment support, and student worker supervision. You'll work closely with faculty, students, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), facilities personnel, vendors, and campus partners to ensure laboratories are fully prepared to support teaching, research, and outreach activities. This position offers broad ownership of laboratory operations and opportunities to deepen expertise in chemical safety, compliance, procurement, inventory management, and leadership, creating a strong foundation for future growth in laboratory management, EHS, or research operations careers. Key Responsibilities Coordinate Teaching Laboratory Operations Prepare reagents, solutions, materials, and equipment to support scheduled laboratory courses. Ensure laboratories are clean, organized, safe, and ready for instruction. Standardize solutions and manage chemical preparation processes with precision. Monitor laboratory readiness and troubleshoot operational issues before they impact instruction. Provide Technical Laboratory Support Respond to requests from faculty, staff, students, and researchers for materials, equipment, and technical assistance. Assemble, adapt, or fabricate equipment and laboratory setups as needed. Recommend laboratory procedures and support safe laboratory practices. Coordinate the movement and installation of laboratory equipment and supplies. Lead Safety and Compliance Efforts Monitor compliance with chemical safety and environmental regulations. Manage chemical inventories, waste disposal programs, and related documentation. Conduct laboratory inspections and identify corrective actions. Serve as an initial responder for chemical incidents and coordinate with EHS as necessary. Maintain required safety, inspection, and compliance records. Supervise Student Employees Recruit, hire, train, schedule, and supervise s…

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