Instructional Laboratory Technician II, Anatomy

Mt. San Jacinto College•Menifee, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Instructional Laboratory Technician II, Anatomy position is located at the campus in Menifee, CA. This role, under the general supervision of the Instructional Dean of Math and Science and the direct supervision of the Director of Instructional Laboratory Operations, is responsible for preparing laboratories for class session activities in a face-to-face environment for the biological sciences. The incumbent will respond to student questions and maintain a supportive and professional relationship with students, other instructional laboratory technicians, and faculty. The Instructional Laboratory Technician performs discipline-specific technical tasks, including preparing and standardizing solutions and other laboratory materials, assisting with the culturing and maintenance of living materials, calibrating and maintaining equipment, issuing specialized materials, organizing stockrooms, setting up experiments for instructors, managing requisitions, and receiving, storing, and inventorying chemicals, supplies, and equipment. The role also involves assisting with the maintenance, storage, and disposal of preserved specimens, organs, and cadavers, collecting and disposing of biohazardous and chemical waste, and maintaining accurate records of open accounts and department budget information.

Requirements

An Associate of Science degree in Biological Sciences or related field (Attach transcripts).
A minimum of sixteen (16) semester units of college-level coursework in Biological Sciences including lab course work.
Two (2) Years experience working in an educational or research laboratory.
Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of our community college population.
Possession of, or the ability to obtain within 60-days of hire, a valid California driver's license with a driving record acceptable to the district.
Must maintain a driving record that meets District requirements set forth in the current policy (AP6530) as it relates to allowable types of infractions and points.
Prior to access to District vehicles, the incumbent must complete successful enrollment in the District's Direct Pull program with the DMV.
Be comfortable working in a normal laboratory and office setting.
Be able to lift 30lbs.

Nice To Haves

A Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Sciences or a related field.
Three (3) years of professional experience working in an educational or research laboratory setting.
Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of our community college population.

Responsibilities

Maintain the safety of the preparation area, laboratories, stockrooms, and classrooms by being alert and cautious of contamination by microorganisms, chemical spills, and other potential hazards.
Follow strict safety laboratory procedures as required by local and state regulations.
Demonstrates knowledge of the proper use of personal protective equipment and safety devises common in an academic laboratory setting.
Answers students’ general questions about laboratory policies, procedures and methods.
Calculate the costs of materials from sources such as quotations and price lists; estimates and procures supplies and equipment by using acceptable budgetary procedures and guidelines.
Research products, makes purchases, receives and verifies shipment content; assembles, tests, and installs new equipment and instruments weighing less than 30lbs.
Requisitions and receives laboratory supplies, equipment, chemicals, biological specimens (living and preserved) and bacteriological cultures.
Assist the faculty in monitoring exams, quizzes and lab practicals.
Assist faculty with the coordination of planning and implementation of experimental design and preparation of laboratory exercises.
Assist with monitoring and implementation of safety hazards and laboratory procedures by students during their laboratory session.
Assist faculty with audio/visual operations in the laboratory.
Measure, mix and prepare culture media using standard methods.
Use sterile technique to inoculate, transfer and maintain bacterial and other cultures.
Be able to identify and correct for contamination.
Sterilize and dispose of bio-hazardous waste materials according to accepted safety and environmental standards.
Assembles, dismantles, cleans, replaces, and stores experimental apparatus and equipment used for laboratory experiments and demonstrations.
Returns materials, tools, and equipment to designated area and cleans up all laboratory equipment after each lab/field session.
Maintain specialized files including Safety Data Sheets (SDS), computerized inventories, and the storage location of chemicals, microscopes, biotechnology equipment, microorganism cultures, microscope slides and taxonomic specimens.
Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs to lab equipment.
Notify designated personnel of needed major repairs, maintenance or any hazardous condition that exist in the laboratories; via submission of work order or contracted services as needed.
Keep current on matters concerning lab safety, hazardous material management, waste disposal procedures and assist with implementing procedures to comply with federal, state, and local laws and regulations for academic institutions.
Comply with MSJC Chemical Hygiene Plan (CHP).
May be required to drive students to and from assigned field trips in a college vehicle: support student field trip activities, and assist with monitoring the health and safety of all field trip participants; assemble, dispense, and collect field supplies and equipment.
Cultivate a supportive and professional atmosphere for students, faculty, staff and our communities.
Perform other duties, as appropriate to the classification as assigned by the department supervisor.