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Environmental Studies Lab Manager Position Type: Staff Part-time Hours per week: 20 Work Schedule: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Department Summary & Job Purpose: This part-time staff position is for an environmental scientist to gather and manage scientific and technical data for analysis and use by students in environmental studies lab science classes. A second substantial activity for this position is to support MHC\'s environmental studies faculty in teaching upper-level environmental science lab sections that serve majors and other interested students. Core Job Duties and Responsibilities: - Manage the Department of Environmental Studies labs & lab courses - Gather data for use in labs - Maintain lab and field equipment. - Order supplies. - Assist students, faculty, and staff in finding resources and operating equipment. - Teach lab sections of up to 18 students. - Drive a 12-passenger van on field trips - Assist faculty with the preparation of laboratory materials. - Train and supervise student workers. - Participate in departmental governance, curriculum development, and on-campus events. Qualifications: M.S. Degree in Environmental Science or related field Preferred Qualifications: Ph.D. Physical Demands: - Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently to move objects. - Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling and walking, standing or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces. - Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. - Kneeling: Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees. - Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine. - Standing: Particularly for sustained periods of time. - Walking: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another. Working Conditions: - The employee is exposed to adverse environmental conditions when working outside. - Employee works in laboratory environments. Background Checks: At Mount Holyoke College, we prioritize the safety and well-being of our community members. To ensure this, we require all new hires, affiliates, and others to undergo comprehensive background checks before joining our institution. Our Office of Human Resources manages and conducts these checks, including screenings for CORI, SORI, credit history, and driver credentials. Additionally, the Five College Office of Compliance and Risk Management works to coordinate and facilitate these checks in accordance with our policies. Special Instructions for Applicants Apply online; application materials must include: 1. A cover letter summarizing interests and qualifications 2. A complete resume or curriculum vitae (CV) 3. Contact information for three professional references For a complete job description and how to apply visit: www.mtholyoke.edu Mount Holyoke College is an Equal Opportunity Employer