Science Laboratory Technician; Biological Sciences; Temporary Position

Science Laboratory Technician (Biological Sciences) (Temporary Position)

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Local 1021

NOTE:

"When there are three (3) or more qualified internal applicants for an existing vacancy and all exception requirements for 'in‑house or promotional only' recruitment provided in Title 5 of the California Code of Regulations are met, one (1) of the three (3) internal applicants shall be chosen for the position."

• Required documents may include:
  • Current resume of experience, formal education/training and qualifications.
  • Copies of supporting credentials, if applicable.
  • Copies of transcripts from fully accredited college or university institutions.
• Information on transcripts must include degree awarded and confer date.
• Note:
  
  A written evaluation by an official foreign credentials/transcripts evaluation and translation service must be submitted for foreign degree(s) (non‑U.S. degrees) by the Final date to receive applications date.
• Applications will only be accepted through the online process.
• Travel expenses for the interview and selection process will be borne by the candidates.
• Skype or phone interviews are not permitted.
• Appointment to the position is conditional upon the approval of the Chancellor.

• Tuberculosis Examination: Candidates must submit evidence (skin test or X‑ray report) of being free of tuberculosis within the past 60 days.
• Fingerprinting Requirement: Employees must be fingerprinted within the first 10 working days of employment.
• Immigration Verification: Candidates must be a citizen, national, or authorized to work in the United States and provide appropriate documentation.
• Social Security Card: Required before completion of the hiring process.
• Medical Examination: Certain positions may require a medical exam; expenses are borne by the employee.

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. The District is strongly committed to achieving staff diversity and the principles of equal employment opportunity. We encourage a diverse pool of applicants and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, veterans status, status with regards to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Laney College
Laney College, located in downtown Oakland, serves approximately 14,000 students each semester and is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges.

Job Title: Science Laboratory Technician (Biological Sciences) (Temporary Position)

Time Base: 40 hours/week

Compensation: $21.61 – $27.38 per hour

Position Type: Classified

Department: Biological Sciences

Location: Oakland, CA

Under general supervision, performs technical work in biology and microbiology. This role may require working evenings and weekends as needed.

• Order or assist in ordering materials for biology labs.
• Receive and inventory stocks.
• Maintain adequate supplies and order in the stockroom.
• Maintain safety standards in the stockroom.
• Assist in providing safe laboratories and classrooms.
• Prepare labs for students.
• Clean laboratory equipment.
• Maintain live specimens when appropriate.
• May supervise the work of…