Instructional Lab Technician - Sciences

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Instructional Lab Technician - Sciences
San Diego Community College District

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

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Location: District Wide

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Open Until Filled Yes Classification Title Instructional Lab Technician - Sciences Working Title Recruitment Limits Location District Wide Pay Information Click here for the hourly pay rate.

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The Position The Instructional Lab Technician - Sciences will oversee and coordinate the operations of complex instructional laboratories and related support services in assigned area; maintain assigned instructional laboratories and related support services in a clean, organized, and safe condition; and perform complex technical work in support of assigned labs. This position reports to the Science Dean or designated administrator.

Major 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

Knowledge Of:

• Principles, practices, procedures, and equipment used in the assigned class option.
• Science laboratory operation at the community college level.
• Technical aspects of 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.

Ability To:

• Demonstrate competence in assigned area.
• Prepare and set up laboratory equipment, models, reagents, and other teaching aids for class exercises, experiments, and demonstrations for assigned area.
• Oversee and maintain safe operation of assigned instructional laboratories and related support areas.
• Assist instructors in planning demonstrations.
• Plan and organize work; prioritize and coordinate experimental laboratory set-ups.
• Use, operate, and ensure the proper operation, care, and security of assigned laboratory equipment, and measuring devices.
• Issue, present, and receive supplies and specialized materials, which may include chemicals, in a safe and orderly fashion.
• Prepare chemical solutions, reagents, unknowns, and other laboratory materials, supplies, and equipment utilized by instructors and students in assigned area.
• Apply techniques of precise measurements and notation.
• Maintain adequate quantities of lab materials and supplies.
• Assemble, maintain, and coordinate repair of lab equipment for safety and functionality.
• Adapt to changing technologies and learn functionality of new lab equipment and systems.
• Meet schedules and time lines.
• Maintain records and prepare reports.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Any combination equivalent to: completion of two (2) years of college with major coursework in area directly related to area of assignment AND two (2) years of work experience working in a laboratory type setting.

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