Academic Associate

Connecticut State Community College•Bridgeport, CT

8d•$63,585 - $67,844•Onsite

About The Position

Connecticut State Community College (CT State) was launched on July 1, 2023, through the consolidation of Connecticut’s 12 community colleges. With campuses and satellite locations statewide, CT State serves all 169 towns and neighboring states. As the largest community college in New England, CT State is committed to providing high-quality, affordable, and accessible education that supports students’ academic, career, and personal success. For more information about CT State Community College and the campus please visit Home - CT State The Community College system offers two-year liberal arts degree programs as well as occupational and technical programs for a population with a wide range of academic and experiential preparation. In order to provide an instructional environment conducive to successful learning experiences for this wide array of students, the Colleges provide the support and help of the Academic Associate. The Academic Associate is responsible for the independent scheduling, set up and maintenance of labs as well as assisting faculty with laboratory instruction to students in the use of lab equipment and in carrying out lab assignments at a Community College. Incumbents provide this support in a specific learning unit or center such as science, technology, and office administration.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in microbiology, biochemistry, chemistry or a closely allied field in addition to one (1) or more years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of experience and training which would lead to the competencies required to carry out the position’s essential duties.
Understanding of principles and concepts of the assigned academic discipline
Advanced understanding in assigned lab equipment operation, and set up and safety procedures
Skill in tutoring and basic instruction in the assigned academic discipline
Basic skill in assigned Laboratory equipment maintenance
Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)

Nice To Haves

Four (4) or more years of experience in the preparation of solutions and materials for college-level science laboratories: chemistry, physics, astronomy, general biology, anatomy, and microbiology
Experience working in accordance with OSHA, EPA, and the Department of Public Health regulations regarding academic laboratories including managing hazardous waste removal, coordinating with external agencies, and maintaining compliance in hazardous material removal procedures
Experience ordering lab equipment and maintaining a budget
One (1) or more years’ experience supervising lab assistants, tutors and student workers

Responsibilities

Lab scheduling, set up, maintenance and operation accountable for assistance to faculty and students by lab scheduling, setting up, maintaining and operating one or more assigned academic labs.
Tutorial assistance to students accountable for contributing to assigned students’ successful learning experience by providing instruction and guidance in their use of the assigned labs.
Attendance and participation at convocation and commencement ceremonies
Service on assigned committees and task forces
Attendance and participation at committee, staff, informational and professional meetings which may occur during evenings and weekends.