Job Description

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Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation?s best urban public research universities. Home to 53,235 students, more than 11,000 faculty and staff and 350,000+ living alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls ?the most ambitious campus design program in the country.?

With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, three straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC?s momentum has never been stronger. UC?s annual budget stands at $1.85 billion, and its endowment totals nearly $1.8 billion.

About The Department

The College of Design, Architecture, Art, and Planning at the University of Cincinnati invites applications for a Lab Associate in the Ceramics Lab, this is a full-time hourly position. The ceramics lab is a 6200 square foot facility with hand building, wheel throwing, and casting processes. Students learn how to safely use its specialized equipment and navigate within the ecosystem of the facility and its collaborative learning environment. Our goal is to continue to expand the use of this facility so that in addition to a classroom, the space will serve as a research and teaching laboratory for students and faculty from across the university. For more information, please visit and .

Job Overview

The position of Lab Associate will be the key support role for the ceramics lab as a core teaching and research facility. In addition to duties listed below, the Lab Associate will facilitate workshops, tutorials, and facility orientations including health and safety training for students and faculty from other schools within DAAP and the UC community. Evening and weekend hours may occasionally be required.

Essential Functions

• Guide students, faculty, and staff in the safe and proper use of ceramics tools, equipment, and materials (e.g., hand-building, wheel throwing, kiln firing, mold making, slip casting etc..).
• Demonstrate studio procedures, provide technical advice, and facilitate workshops for the UC community and public.
• Manage the studio schedule for classes, workshops, open hours, and kiln firings
• Conduct routine maintenance and repairs of equipment related to the ceramics lab
• Ensure safety compliance, including hazardous waste disposal in coordination with Environmental Health & Safety.
• Facilitate hiring, training and management of student staff, including part time student workers, and co-ops.  
• Work cohesively with other lab staff and faculty
• Track and manage lab revenue and expenses including equipment acquisition, maintenance, and staffing budget.
• Maintain inventory of related consumables for the ceramics lab. May submit purchase orders to replenish materials and supplies.
• Develop, maintain, and enforce standard operating procedures in compliance with OSHA and EHS policies. Train users on appropriate policies and procedures
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

Required Education

• Associate's Degree.
• Three (3) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.

Required Experience

One (1) year of experience in an area of technical specialty.

Application Process

Review of applications will begin on January 6, 2025. Interested and qualified candidates must complete our online application and include the additional documents below to be considered for the position:

• CV/Resume
• Cover Letter- Should not exceed one page and should detail your interest and qualified experience, skills, or education required for this position
• 20 Images of personal work that demonstrates diversity, proficiency and/or expertise in ceramic materials and processes

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Bending - Often
• Hearing, listening - Often
• Lifting - up to 50 pounds - Often
• Repetitive hand motion (such as typing) - Often
• Standing - Often
• Talking - Often

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.

• Competitive salary range of $20 to $22/hr dependent on the candidate's experience.
• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
• Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
• Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.

For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at jobs@uc.edu . 

The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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About University of Cincinnati

HISTORY IN BRIEF - The University of Cincinnati is a public urban serving research institution that was founded in 1819 and today is one of the country’s largest universities offering more than 350 academic programs to more than 44,000 students. UC has many top ranked programs in areas such as Music and Arts, Medical and Human-Services, Criminal Justice and more. Located in an urban setting, UC is close to the heart of Cincinnati and allows easy access for students to enjoy all that the city offers. UC is also the alma mater of many notables such as President William Howard Taft; Albert Sabin, developer of the oral polio vaccine; Astronaut Neil Armstrong and Mary Weinberg, 2008 Olympic gold medalist. UC is classified as a Research University (Very High Research Activity) by the Carnegie Commission and is ranked as one of America’s top 35 public research universities by the National Science Foundation. UC jumped 17 spots in the U.S. News & World Report rankings in the past two years alone. In addition to being named a “green university” by Princeton Review, UC has been named one of the world’s most beautiful campuses by Forbes and Delta Sky magazines. Learn more at ... N STATEMENT - The University of Cincinnati serves the people of Ohio, the nation, and the world as a premier, public, urban research university dedicated to undergraduate, graduate, and professional education, experience-based learning, and research. We are committed to excellence and diversity in our students, faculty, staff, and all of our activities. We provide an inclusive environment where innovation and freedom of intellectual inquiry flourish. Through scholarship, service, partnerships, and leadership, we create opportunity, develop educated and engaged citizens, enhance the economy and enrich our University, city, state and global community.

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