831280-Information Research Tech 2

ETSU•Johnson City, TN

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Biomedical Sciences is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Information Research Tech 2 for a Regular, Full-Time position. In this vital role, you will work under general supervision of the Business Manager and work closely with Faculty and Staff contributing to a collaborative team environment. This position is responsible for providing excellent clerical support to facilitate efficient operations to the Department of Biomedical Sciences located in Buildings 1, 119, and 178.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least one year of experience in an office setting.
At least one year of experience working with Microsoft Office products.
Knowledge of Microsoft software utilization, e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Publisher.
Knowledge and familiarity with equipment and with inventory procedures.
Knowledge of lab safety requirements.
Knowledge of OSHA policies and procedures.
Knowledge and general understanding of scientific and research terminology.
Knowledge of publication design and techniques.
Knowledge of ETSU policies and procedures in general.
Ability to utilize own initiative and work independently.
Ability to utilize negotiation and reasoning skills.
Ability to multitask and ensure deadlines are met.
Ability to work collaboratively with researchers and administrative staff.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and written.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field.
Three to five years of related experience.
Health and Safety Training.
Experience with publication and design.

Responsibilities

Serves as the OSHA Coordinator which maintains and updates safety manuals, assists PI's to ensure lab compliance with OSHA regulations, monitors and performs follow up for OSHA inspection reports and ensures any discrepancies are corrected, maintains familiarity with OSHA rules and regulations, manages chemical hood certification schedule, schedules and accompanies yearly lab inspections, responsible for coordinating with health and safety and the PI to clean out labs when PI retires or leaves the university, administer and oversee the health and safety compliance for the department, schedules and ensures lab personnel complete online lab training modules
Serves as the Building Coordinator which completes monthly inspection reports, maintains and disseminates safety information for the department relating to fire drills and building preparedness
Serves as the Records Room Coordinator which maintains and disposing of departmental records
Serves as the Public Relations Coordinator which promotes relations and favorable impressions of the department through the development, design, and assembling of professional communications such as the departmental newsletter, bulletins, brochures, and flyers utilizing desktop publishing tools and software
Serves as the Equipment Contract Coordinator which maintains the equipment database and managing the renewal of all the service contracts, works with vendors to obtain quotes for the renewal of the service contract and re-negotiates agreements to try to reduce costs, surplus of outdated or no longer needed equipment and coordinates the removal of the surplus equipment with central receiving, place work orders for maintenance needs and place purchase orders for all new equipment purchases, completes the yearly inventory report, liaison between department and vendors for all equipment maintenance, service calls, and repairs
Performs other duties as assigned