Phillips Exeter Academy · 11 hours ago
Physics Lab Coordinator
Phillips Exeter Academy is seeking a Physics Lab Coordinator to work in conjunction with science faculty to enhance the laboratory experience. The role involves setting up and managing physics labs, maintaining equipment, ordering materials, and supporting students with their projects.
Primary/Secondary Education
Responsibilities
Assemble/construct/manage/prepare introductory and advanced instructional laboratories
Support lab instructional goals by developing or improving lab equipment /experiments
Maintain all apparatus used in the Physics labs, including sending out of equipment for repairs when necessary
Develop/fabricate, and prepare materials for all demonstrations
Order all materials needed for Physics and maintain pertinent records of their purchase
Oversee the department photocopier, reporting problems to the manufacturer, reordering cartridges and paper supplies
Restock and prep the physics classrooms at the end of term during both regular session and summer school
Restock, refresh, refine, repair the equipment in physics stock room at the end of every school year
Troubleshoot classroom software- and hardware-based sensors used for experiments
Supervise and assist students with projects on an as needed basis
Act as a liaison between the Chairperson (Department) and non-academic departments such as Facilities Management and Purchasing
Order materials and parts needed for the student robotics team. Work with the robotics head coach/supervisor and student activities on regularly cycled orders as well as specialty items
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
40 hours/week, schedule may vary according to department and Academy needs
Pay Range: $33.86-$35.47/hr - Compensation is based on relevant education and experience and will be set within the listed range
Work in conjunction with science faculty to set up, improve existing labs, and develop new labs while coordinating the distribution of materials, equipment and laboratory space
Assemble/construct/manage/prepare introductory and advanced instructional laboratories
Support lab instructional goals by developing or improving lab equipment /experiments
Maintain all apparatus used in the Physics labs, including sending out of equipment for repairs when necessary
Develop/fabricate, and prepare materials for all demonstrations
Order all materials needed for Physics and maintain pertinent records of their purchase
Oversee the department photocopier, reporting problems to the manufacturer, reordering cartridges and paper supplies
Restock and prep the physics classrooms at the end of term during both regular session and summer school
Restock, refresh, refine, repair the equipment in physics stock room at the end of every school year
Troubleshoot classroom software- and hardware-based sensors used for experiments
Supervise and assist students with projects on an as needed basis
Act as a liaison between the Chairperson (Department) and non-academic departments such as Facilities Management and Purchasing
Order materials and parts needed for the student robotics team. Work with the robotics head coach/supervisor and student activities on regularly cycled orders as well as specialty items
Perform other duties as assigned
Machine shop and fabrication skills, including but not limited to, using drill press, band saw, miter saw, table saw and all hand tools
Knowledge of laboratory equipment, technology and standard experimental procedures
Demonstrated understanding of science safety practice and lab management
Strong interpersonal skills with ability to develop and maintain collegial relationships
Respect for diversity of identities and experiences, an orientation toward equity and inclusion, and cultural competency in all aspects of Academy life
Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills
Demonstrated ability to work with students by building trust and credibility
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills as well as a strong customer focus
A strict adherence to confidential policies is required
Ability to work independently and handle multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously
Proficient in MS Office
Willingness and ability to learn additional applications as needed
High degree of organizational skills with the ability to be flexible and multi-task with accuracy
Ability to follow verbal and written directions, maintain a professional demeanor and restraint at all times, including stressful situations
Physical demands are in excess of those for sedentary work and will require the ability to remain standing for extended periods of time, go up and down flights of steps, lift and push heavy objects as well as stoop, squat, bend, kneel, crouch, and lift
Reaching by extending hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction
Finger dexterity required to manipulate objects with fingers rather than with whole hand(s) or arm(s), for example using a keyboard
Communication skills using the spoken and written word
Ability to see with normal parameters
Ability to use a visual display terminal with continuous wrist movement on a keyboard
Ability to hear within normal range
Ability to lift and transport up to 50lbs without assistance
Successfully complete a criminal background check (reviewed every 5 years)
Clean Driving record (reviewed annually)
Must wear personal protective equipment per safety requirements
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in physics, engineering, physical sciences or closely related field preferred
1-2 years working in a laboratory environment (academic science lab, research facility or educational setting) preferred
Experience with carpentry and electricity preferred
Experience working with adolescents in an educational setting preferred
Company
Phillips Exeter Academy
Phillips Exeter Academy is a coeducational independent school for boarding and day students between the 9th and 12th grade.
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