Inside Higher Ed
Instructional Lab Technician - Sciences
Inside Higher Ed, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
Instructional Lab Technician - Sciences
Location: District Wide
Position Number: NC00355
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Position Type: Full-time
Classification Title: Instructional Lab Technician - Sciences
Responsibilities
Oversee and maintain safe operation of assigned science instructional laboratories and related support areas; participate in safety programs and workshops and stay updated on current safety protocols.
Perform and oversee the daily lab operations; prepare and set up laboratory equipment, reagents, media, and other teaching aids for class demonstrations, practical examinations, and student assignments; prepare, label, and issue reagents, materials, and equipment for student use; assign and monitor the use and return of specialized lab equipment; dismantle and clean-up labs.
Receive, inventory, and arrange for proper storage and handling of laboratory equipment and materials such as chemicals, specimens, and instructional models.
Set up, operate, calibrate, and maintain a variety of laboratory equipment.
Handle hazardous and/or biohazardous materials; prepare reagents using hazardous materials; properly label containers for laboratory use and collection of hazardous and biohazardous wastes in instructional labs; receive, segregate, inventory, and store chemicals, hazardous, and biohazardous materials according to applicable regulations; employ various sterilization techniques for biohazardous wastes.
Organize, prepare, and maintain laboratory standard operating procedures for the assigned discipline.
Qualifications
Two (2) years of college with major coursework directly related to the assignment and two (2) years of work experience in a laboratory-type setting.
Knowledge of principles, practices, procedures, and equipment used in the assigned class option.
Science laboratory operation at the community college level.
Technical aspects of the field of specialty.
Applicable terminology, precise measurement techniques, and scientific notation relative to the assigned field of science.
Operational characteristics of equipment used in the assigned science lab.
Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
Principles and practices used in storing, handling, and disposing of hazardous and biohazardous materials.
Principles and practices of record keeping.
Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications.
Pertinent federal, state, and local codes, laws, and regulations.
Oral and written communication skills.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
Commitment to diversity and cultural competency as required by the district.
Conditions of Employment
Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment (renewed every four years).
Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer at the district's expense (clearance prior to first day of employment).
Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
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To Apply Visit
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Diversity Statement All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and staff.
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Position Number: NC00355
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Position Type: Full-time
Classification Title: Instructional Lab Technician - Sciences
Responsibilities
Oversee and maintain safe operation of assigned science instructional laboratories and related support areas; participate in safety programs and workshops and stay updated on current safety protocols.
Perform and oversee the daily lab operations; prepare and set up laboratory equipment, reagents, media, and other teaching aids for class demonstrations, practical examinations, and student assignments; prepare, label, and issue reagents, materials, and equipment for student use; assign and monitor the use and return of specialized lab equipment; dismantle and clean-up labs.
Receive, inventory, and arrange for proper storage and handling of laboratory equipment and materials such as chemicals, specimens, and instructional models.
Set up, operate, calibrate, and maintain a variety of laboratory equipment.
Handle hazardous and/or biohazardous materials; prepare reagents using hazardous materials; properly label containers for laboratory use and collection of hazardous and biohazardous wastes in instructional labs; receive, segregate, inventory, and store chemicals, hazardous, and biohazardous materials according to applicable regulations; employ various sterilization techniques for biohazardous wastes.
Organize, prepare, and maintain laboratory standard operating procedures for the assigned discipline.
Qualifications
Two (2) years of college with major coursework directly related to the assignment and two (2) years of work experience in a laboratory-type setting.
Knowledge of principles, practices, procedures, and equipment used in the assigned class option.
Science laboratory operation at the community college level.
Technical aspects of the field of specialty.
Applicable terminology, precise measurement techniques, and scientific notation relative to the assigned field of science.
Operational characteristics of equipment used in the assigned science lab.
Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
Principles and practices used in storing, handling, and disposing of hazardous and biohazardous materials.
Principles and practices of record keeping.
Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications.
Pertinent federal, state, and local codes, laws, and regulations.
Oral and written communication skills.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
Commitment to diversity and cultural competency as required by the district.
Conditions of Employment
Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment (renewed every four years).
Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer at the district's expense (clearance prior to first day of employment).
Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
Pay Information Click
here
To Apply Visit
https://www.sdccdjobs.com
Diversity Statement All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and staff.
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