Laboratory Technician Sr - Biology - Williams Campus

Maricopa Community College district
long term disability, tuition reimbursement
United States, Arizona, Chandler
Oct 31, 2024
Laboratory Technician Sr - Biology - Williams Campus Job ID: 320768 Location: Chandler-Gilbert Comm College Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary: Regular Hiring Salary Range $18.91 - $24.58/hourly, DOE Grade 110 Work Schedule M-F 8:30 - 5:00 pm (w/Lunch) NOTE: Summer hours (mid May - mid August) are 4 days of 10 hour shifts/week. Days & hours may vary w/needs; may be required to work weekends; campus location may vary Work Calendar* 12 Months Maricopa Summary Are you looking for a place to work where you can make a real difference in the lives of over 200,000 college students every year? Would you like to be part of an organization that adds $7.2 billion dollars to the economy and supports nearly 100,000 jobs in the fastest growing county in the United States? Whether you're teaching, working, or learning Make It Happen At Maricopa County Community Colleges! About Us What's Currently Happening at Maricopa Many of our campuses have received grant awards through the National Science Foundation to improve undergraduate STEM Education: Hispanic-Serving institutions program (HSI Program). Commitment to diversity, inclusion, equity and employee groups to create an environment of shared governance One of the largest community college systems in the country 2020 Healthy Arizona Worksites Program recipient Named 19th Best Employer for Women by Forbes 2019 No. 42 in Arizona's Best Employers Benefits The Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is committed to providing you with a competitive, comprehensive benefits program that provides the care you and your family need to lead healthy and productive lives. Our benefits are designed to provide support for every life stage and lifestyle in our community. Benefits & Perks Options: 20 paid observed holidays Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) & 12% Employee Contribution Match (Pension, Long Term Disability, and Health Insurance) Paid vacation, sick, and personal time Maricopa Employee Store: Perks & Gears (exclusive discounts and offers for Maricopa Community Colleges faculty and staff) Annual professional development growth funding Tuition reimbursement for employees and dependents Flexible work schedules Maricopa Employee Health & Wellness Program: Sight-On-Site Eye Care Services Diabetes Empowerment Education Program Mobile On-site Mammography Screenings Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Wondr online program that teaches clinically-proven, healthy habits that lead to less stress, better sleep, weight loss, and more. Pre-Retirement Events Public Service Loan Forgiveness (may forgive the remaining balance on a federal student loan made directly by the U.S. Department of Education after qualifying). 10+ Maricopa Affinity Resource Employee Groups (Celebrates diversity, embraces inclusion, and supports employees, students, and community!) Job Summary ** WILLIAMS CAMPUS The Bio Lab Tech Sr. organizes and prepares materials equipment used in Bio teaching labs. This position is targeted with course setups which include Gen Biology, Anatomy & Physiology and Microbiology. The Lab Tech Sr. will lead a full-time Lab Tech and part-time lab staff. The Lab Tech Sr. will work with a diverse population of faculty, staff and students in multiple labs at multiple locations. Essential Functions 40% - Prepares setups for Biology Labs and cleans lab setups. This includes preparing chemicals, reagents, cultures, microbial media, supplies and equipment used for instruction in various Biology labs; clean labs and properly dispose of lab materials, chemicals, cultures, supplies, equipment and waste products; 20% - Maintain and repair equipment; maintain inventory of supplies and materials, including purchasing. Perform preventative maintenance. Care for plants, animals, and preserved specimens as needed. Research sources of supply by contacting science lab vendors. Receive deliveries of supplies and equipment; 15% - Leads other lab support staff including at least one full-time lab technician and part-time lab staff by providing work directions. 10% Maintains a safe lab environment by following safety regulations and recommended practices; remain up-to-date on training. 10% Interact with faculty and staff to optimize lab operations; 5% Performs other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications Associate's Degree from a regionally accredited institution and two years of experience such as providing assistance to students in an instructional setting; and/or preparing, maintaining and delivering equipment, supplies or other related instructional materials used for laboratory activities in area of assignment. An equivalent combination of the conferred degree and directly related full-time work experience as described above sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation, may be considered. Desired Qualifications 1. Associate degree or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution in a Science field. 2. Two (2) years of academic or industrial laboratory experience, including the handling and storage of hazardous chemicals and adherence to basic lab safety procedures. 3. Experience in science laboratory operations in the context of a teaching lab. 4. Experience in the care and maintenance of invertebrates, small vertebrates and plants. 5. Experience in the preparation, maintenance, and proper disposal of microbial cultures. 6. Experience leading or supervising others in a science-related area. 7. Background in Chemistry, Biochemistry, and/or Microbiology. Special Working Conditions** Work Schedule M-F 8:30 - 5:00 pm (w/Lunch) NOTE: Summer hours (mid May - mid August) are 4 days of 10 hour shifts/week. -Days & hours may vary w/needs; may be required to work weekends; campus location may vary Lifting -May be required to lift or carry up to 25lbs. Computer -May be required to sit for a prolonged period of time; viewing a computer monitor -Hazardous Materials -May be exposed to hazardous chemicals How to Apply* Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit a cover letter that details how the applicant meets the minimum and desired qualifications. A cover letter may further highlight an applicant's knowledge, skill and abilities. All minimum requirements must be met at the time of the application. Additional materials will not be accepted after the job posting has closed. Missing materials or incomplete employment history will not be considered. Please ensure your materials clearly provide the following information. Clearly illustrate how prior experience, knowledge and education meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position. Indicate whether former or current employment is Full-Time or; Part-Time employment (must include number of hours worked) Provide employment history in a month/year format (e.g., 09/07 to 10/11) including job title, job duties, for each position held and name of employer for each position. Three professional references, preferably current and/or former supervisors. If references are not provided in resume upon application, they will be requested at time of interview. Posting Close Date Apply on or before November 10th, 2024 to be considered. This posting has been extended to November 12th, 2024. Please apply on or before this date to be considered. EEO, Title IX, & Clery Act Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, states: "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance." The policy of the MCCCD is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment free of gender discrimination. Incidents of misconduct should be reported to the college Title IX Coordinator, as outlined in policy, contact information is available at this link Title IX Coordinators. The Clery Act is a Federal law requiring United States Colleges and Universities to disclose information about crime on and around their campuses. Crime reporting data for each of the Maricopa Community Colleges, as required under the Clery Act, is available at this link Clery Act. To apply, visit https://jobs.maricopa.edu/psp/MCPAHPRD/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1000&JobOpeningId=320768&PostingSeq=1 jeid-d95d5976113ddb498f1aacc1cd17f66d