LABORATORY SUPERVISOR, College of Arts & Sciences, Chemistry

Laboratory Supervisor for the Department of Chemistry instructional laboratories. This position primarily supports introductory (100-level) courses with an emphasis on analytical chemistry but that also includes elements of inorganic, organic, and biochemistry. Responsibilities include preparing materials; setting up and breaking down laboratory spaces for instruction; ordering and maintaining stockroom supplies; ensuring equipment and labware are kept in good working order; supervising and directing a staff of student assistants; managing waste in compliance with EH&S standards; and coordinating with instructional faculty and course staff to provide a successful and safe instructional experience for undergraduate students. This position requires the ability to track and plan ahead to meet the instructional objectives of multiple courses by collaborating effectively with faculty and staff, and deploying work-study assistants to ensure that instructors and students receive the appropriate supplies and support in a timely and efficient manner. The laboratory supervisor must possess a solid foundation in chemistry, the ability to troubleshoot and adapt as curricular needs evolve, and a readiness to partner with course staff to provide first-rate instruction. Established in 1873, Arts and Sciences is Boston University's largest and most academically diverse unit, encompassing over 8,400 undergraduates, 2,000 graduate students, 800 faculty members, and 300 staff across 50 departments, programs, centers, and institutes. Our faculty are award-winning researchers, innovative teachers, and dedicated mentors committed to exploring the complexities of our present and past, uncovering new perspectives, and crafting creative solutions to real-world problems. Our staff are dynamic, mission-driven professionals who foster community, inclusion, and belonging to advance every aspect of the college enterprise. Our community thrives on collaboration, bold ideas, and interdisciplinary exploration. Join us in supporting the pursuit of knowledge that changes the world and provides boundless opportunities to inspire the next generation of leaders. We offer generous benefits, including health, dental, and life insurance, tuition remission, retirement savings, paid time off, and holiday leave.

Required Skills

Required Skills:

• B.A./B.S. in Chemistry with 3-5 years of related experience, (Masters preferred).
• Familiarity with standard chemical laboratory processes and procedures (e.g., solution preparation, acid-base titration, dimensional analysis, reagent testing).
• Thorough understanding of laboratory safety and best practices.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills, including training, mentoring, and utilizing work-study students.
• Familiarity with Excel as a tool to maintain inventories and track purchases, as well as the use of web-based documents (e.g., Google) to share course information and assist instruction.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.