Science Lab Technician

Job Profile Summary Under the limited supervision of the Science Laboratory Manager, assists with the preparation, set up, break down, and clean-up of the biological science laboratories according to the type of lab activities and experiments performed using established procedures and in compliance with all safety regulations.

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Minimum Education:

Associate's degree.

An equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered.

Minimum Experience/Training:

Typically three or more years of functional experience in a science laboratory setting that includes hazardous material training.

Essential Functions:

Daily - 25%:
Prepares labs according to the assigned functional discipline, such as anatomy, biology, zoology, botany, microbiology. Laboratory preparation involves presentation of all materials required for the appropriate activity or experiment, including glassware, benchtop equipment, media, living specimens, models, chemical solutions, microscopes, etc.

Daily - 20%:
Assists with preparation of chemical solutions and media, which may include calculating appropriate concentrations, measuring and weighing, heating and cooling, dispensing in appropriate containers, and use of equipment such as analytical balances, top loading balances, and autoclaves.

Daily - 20%:
Returns the lab to the condition present before the day's activities by cleaning and returning all materials, sanitizing surfaces and supplies, and making any minor repairs as necessary.

Daily - 10%:
Assists lab manager with maintaining samples of living organisms, including microorganisms using aseptic technique, protozoa, fruit flies, marine organisms in a saltwater environment, plants, and terrestrial arthropods.

Daily - 5%:
Assists lab manager with maintaining inventory of laboratory supplies and equipment applicable to the functional discipline.

Daily - 5%:
Disposes of all waste materials properly according to established safety and regulatory protocols

Other - 5%:
Assists faculty with lab activities.

Other - 5%:
Maintains laboratory equipment to assure safe and reliable operation by cleaning as needed and testing/calibration before class begins.

Other - 5%:
Performs related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Operational knowledge and understanding in area of responsibility (biology, microbiology, zoology, botany).Strong knowledge, understanding and skills in area of responsibility; including an understanding of concepts and principles of related areas and functions.

Ability to manage own work to job and performance standards. Ability to participate as an active team member

Ability to lead a group of employees

Requires intermediate to advanced knowledge of computer systems, i.e. Microsoft Office Products as well as specialized computer systems

Ability to interact and effectively communicate with employee and student populations

Our Culture – At Broward College, our leaders embody a culture of competence, care, character, composure, and courage. We prioritize serving each other and our students through high-quality guidance, mutual respect, resilience, and fair, thoughtful decision-making, all while upholding the values of integrity, transparency, and honesty.

Broward College offers an exceptional benefits package, including, but not limited to:

Affordable High Quality Healthcare Insurance (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Options – Florida Retirement System (FRS) Pension Plan or the FRS Investment Plan Wellness Program Vacation/Paid Time Off Winter and Spring Break Off Paid Parental Leave Tuition Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement are available to employees…