Molecular and Cell Biology Instructional Support Technician

Molecular and Cell Biology Instructional Support Technician

Full‑time | San José, California

The Biological Sciences Department is seeking a highly skilled Molecular and Cell Biology Instructional Support Technician to provide comprehensive laboratory support for undergraduate and advanced teaching laboratories. Reporting to the Director of Resources and Operations and receiving work lead direction from the Department Chair, this position works independently under general supervision and serves as the primary technical support for cell biology, molecular biology, microbiology, immunology, and biotechnology laboratories.

• Provide sole instructional laboratory support, including preparation, setup, stocking, and cleaning of teaching labs.
• Prepare, test, and maintain biological and chemical reagents, cultures, and specialty materials.
• Maintain, calibrate, and coordinate repair of specialized laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Ensure laboratory compliance with safety, chemical hygiene, and biological material regulations.
• Manage laboratory inventories, hazardous waste handling, and equipment scheduling.
• Support faculty in developing, pre‑running, and optimizing laboratory exercises.
• Train instructional staff, student assistants, and students on equipment use and safety procedures.
• Respond to critical equipment or laboratory emergencies as needed.

• Ability to communicate with constituents in a professional and respectful manner.
• Knowledge of the principles and methods related to performing support services within Biological Sciences.
• Knowledge of Molecular and Cell Biology.
• Ability to translate laboratory exercises into needs for supplies, equipment, reagents and technical support.
• Knowledge of the materials, equipment and supplies related to the assigned curriculum, their characteristics, and uses.
• Ability to develop off‑campus resources related to the discipline for obtaining materials or equipment.
• Ability to coordinate support service to meet a comprehensive variety of needs.
• Ability to operate, calibrate, repair, and maintain technical and scientific instrumentation.
• Knowledge of OSHA and other standards for chemical and biological safety.
• Ability to prepare chemical and biological reagents.
• Thorough knowledge of methods, procedures and practices;
  English grammar, business writing, punctuation and spelling.
• Ability to compose and appropriately format correspondence and reports.
• Ability to handle multiple work priorities, organize and plan work and projects effectively and independently.
• Ability to train others on new skills and procedures and provide work lead direction.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle sensitive communications with employees.

• Equivalent to four years of experience providing instructional support services for a related unit or discipline, or in producing materials or supplies or repairing equipment in a discipline related to the area to which assigned. A combination of education and experience will be considered.

• Master’s Degree in Molecular Biology or a related field.
• Advanced, practical experience in molecular and cell biology, immunology and biotechnology applications. Experience with or willingness to train in chemical and biological safety and handling of hazardous wastes.

Classification:
Instructional Support Technician III.

Anticipated Hiring Range: $6,655 per month – $7,063 per month (Step 15 – Step 18).

CSU Salary Range: $5,044 per month – $7,348 per month (Step 1 – Step 20).

San José State University offers employees a comprehensive benefits package typically worth 30–35 % of the base salary.

San José State University is an equal opportunity employer. The university prohibits discrimination based on age, ancestry, caste, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military status, nationality, race, religion, religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, sex stereotype, and veteran status. This policy applies to all San José State University students, faculty, and staff, as well as university programs and activities.

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and certain other federal and state laws, prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex in all education programs and activities operated by the university (both on and off campus). Reasonable accommodation is made for applicants with disabilities who self‑disclose.