Science Lab Technician Part-Time
Job Description Summary
Under immediate supervision, this position 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.
This position allows eligible veterans and their spouses to claim Veterans’ Preference pursuant to Florida Statute 295. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in the employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.
Applicants claiming preference are responsible for providing required documentation at the time of submitting application.
Minimum Education:
- Associate's degree.
- An equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered.
Minimum Experience/Training:
- Three or more years of functional experience in a science laboratory setting that includes hazardous material training.
Essential Functions:
- Daily - 25%: Assists in the preparation of labs according to the assigned functional discipline, such as anatomy, biology, zoology, botany, microbiology.
- 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, toploading 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, fruitflies, 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).
- Intermediate knowledge, understanding and skills in area of responsibility required.
- Ability to set priorities for self, manage own time, effort and activities as well as contribute as an active team member.
- Ability to understand the goals, policies, and objectives of the unit, and standards for own job.
- Requires intermediate knowledge of computer systems, i.e. Microsoft Office products as well as specialized computer systems.
- Ability to interact and effectively communicate with a diverse population of employees and students.
Competencies:
- Respect for Others
- Teamwork
- Flexibility & Adaptability
- Technical Expertise
- Continuous Improvement & Learning
Position Time Type: Part time
Position Number: P0019815
Department: South Academics Physical Science Lab
Salary Range: $15.55/hour (Hourly rate commensurate with education and experience)
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday
Comments: To be considered for this position, a completed online employment application form along with a resume are required.
Special Instructions to Applicant:
For positions requiring a degree, official transcripts are required upon hire. An unofficial copy of the degree/transcript is acceptable during the application process and must be attached to the online application.
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of the required background screening process.
Broward College uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 Form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Diversity and Inclusion are a priority at Broward College
Broward College is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from eligible veterans and spouses of veterans, underrepresented groups, including minorities, women, and persons with disabilities.
Disclaimer
The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted as describing all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position.
