CV should be sent to dkurecruitment@dukekunshan.edu.cn
Position Overview:
Duke Kunshan University (DKU) is a Sino-US Joint Venture University approved by the Ministry of
Education and co-founded by Duke University, Wuhan University and Kunshan City Government. DKU is a non-profit public welfare social organization with independent legal status. The campus is located in Kunshan Yangcheng Lake Science Park, Jiangsu Province.
DKU seeks to appoint multiple lab technicians for undergraduate program in chemistry direction. Working closely with lab managers and instructors, the lab technician will support the emerging, interdisciplinary courses and curricula, such as assisting in teaching laboratories and course projects, maintain shared lab facilities, assist in lab safety training, assist in arranging workshops and tutorials in order to support research projects associated with undergraduate signature work.
Reports to:
Chair of the Division of Natural and Applied Sciences and Lab Manager for Chemistry Teaching Labs
Essential Duties:
Undertake, where appropriate, the first line maintenance of equipment/resources; evaluate test proposed new teaching equipment.
Liaise with suppliers and contractors on the servicing, repair and testing of lab equipment.
Maintain an inventory of equipment & spares in collaboration with asset management office, procurement and finance departments to assume regular tracking of lab equipment.
Assist in setting up shared lab equipment policy, rules, guidelines as well as internal website to optimize the use of existing equipment.
Assist in sourcing of materials, consumables and equipment.
Support academic staff in developing new and enhancing existing experiments and preparing manuals and guides.
Advise students on the best types of equipment for their projects and help train them in its proper use.
Ensure compliance with all relevant aspects of health & safety whilst undertaking duties.
Ensure all lab users comply with all relevant aspects of health & safety.
Support the development of lab procedures and ensure users are trained in those procedures.
Ensure that allocated areas are kept in good order and safety devices are in place and operational.
Ensure all waste produced is disposed of in accordance with University procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.
University employees' job responsibilities will continue to expand in scope and depth as the University grows in size and complexity in its programs.
Required Qualifications:
A master’s degree in chemistry. Candidates with a relevant bachelor’s degree with 3+ years of working experience will also be considered.
Fluency in both English and Chinese.
Experience in operating electrical and nonelectrical laboratory equipment.
In depth knowledge of QHSE Systems, preventative measures and laboratory best practices.
Good organizational skills and knowledge of applicable rules, regulations and procedures.
Good communication and problem-solving skills.
Experience in handling materials synthesis and characterization, as well as environmental science relevant equipment is preferred.
Experience with computational tools including Matlab, Labview, Python programming and software packages for statistics is preferred.
How to Apply:
Please be advised the salary is commensurate with experience.
Application Process: submit cover letter and CV to DKUrecruitment@dukekunshan.edu.cn
Please note: DKU will ONLY accept applications received through DKUrecruitment@dukekunshan.edu.cn
Applications sent by other means will NOT be considered.
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