
Chemical Inventory Student Assistant
JOB OVERVIEW
Under direct and indirect supervision, perform a variety of duties at the operational level. Specifically,
- Assist with data collection, entry, and maintenance of various research safety databases including:
- Chemical inventories via the UC Chemicals database software program;
- Controlled Substances
- Biological Safety
- UC Learning Center –verify training records
- Professionally interact with laboratory research staff in research buildings while collecting chemical inventory data.
- Visit laboratories around campus and perform collection of inventory data, in any of the following areas: Chemicals, Radioactive, Controlled Substances and Biological materials.
- Perform project related assignments in one or more fields of research safety (biosafety, chemical safety, occupational health).
- Safely handle chemicals and controlled substances related to research activities.
- Coordinate activities with EH&S staff.
- Assist with other divisions within the EH&S Department, on an as needed basis.
- Administrative duties can include making copies, mailing, faxing, emailing and filing records.
Basic Qualifications
- Must possess a valid and current California Driver’s License.
- The position provides assistance to safety professionals in all technical programs.
- This position requires the ability to follow detailed instructions, to maintain accurate records, and to exercise good judgment in the field.
- The successful candidate for the position must possess an intermediary knowledge of chemistry/organic chemistry and/or environmental health/science.
- Must have effective communication and time management skills.
- Must be willing to work and/or handle potentially hazardous chemicals.
- Major in Engineering, Physical Sciences, Biological Sciences, Public Health or Social Ecology.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (predominantly Excel and Word).
- Proficient in Google Drive and Google Sheets applications.
- Exemplary written and oral communication skills to perform all duties.
- Ability to interact effectively with UCI faculty, staff and students.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Maximum 40 hours/week during summer quarter; dispersed over 3-5 days a week, Monday – Friday
- Maximum 15 hours/week during fall, winter, and spring quarters; dispersed over 3-5 days a week, Monday – Friday
- Ability to work collaboratively with others to accomplish goals. Quality verbal communication (small and large group settings) and written communication (email, letters).
- Ability to interact (in person or via telephone) with vendors, students, and the public in a polite and efficient manner.
- Ability to quickly read, write, and count accurately to complete all documentation.
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to relate to students, faculty and staff while representing EH&S.
- Ability to represent EH&S and safety culture to the campus.
- Ability to safety and comfortably handle and work with hazardous chemicals.
- Ability to carry 15 to 20 pounds safely.
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