Job Summary:

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. 

Key Responsibilities Include:

• 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obtain quotes for the renewal of the service contract and re-negotiates agreements to try to reduce costs, surplus of outdated or no longer needed equipment and coordinates the removal of the surplus equipment with central receiving, place work orders for maintenance needs and place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.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• 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.

Required Qualifications:

• 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

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

Compensation & Benefits:

• Job Family – Administrative Associate 2
• $16.71 Hourly Rate of Pay / Market Range – 3 (Salary Schedules)
• For information on benefits please visit www.etsu.edu/human-resources/benefits/

Application Instructions:

• Documents needed to apply: Cover Letter, Resume, and three (3) References that includes a phone number and an e-mail address.
• Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check.
• Employment is contingent upon approved work authorization.
• Non-Exempt positions are only required to be posted for a minimum of five (5) calendar days. The closing date for this posting is subject to change without notice to applicants. 

University Overview:

East Tennessee State University (ETSU) is an institution with over 14,000 diverse students highly ranked graduate and undergraduate programs. Located in the Southern Appalachian Mountains of Northeast Tennessee, ETSU serves as a hub for community, discovery, and service. Aligned with the institution's mission, we value efforts to engage in teaching, scholarship, creative activities, and service that involve community partners and address significant societal needs in our region and beyond. Recognized in 2024 as a Great College to Work For, recent strategic initiatives prioritize the institution’s focus on community engagement.

ETSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Disclaimer: The Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work individuals perform in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employees must be able to perform the position's essential functions satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.