Instructional Support Tech II (Instructional Support Tech II), College of Natural Sciences

California State University, San Bernardino•San Bernardino, CA

4d•$4,595 - $6,694•Onsite

About The Position

This position provides comprehensive support for lower- and upper-division anatomy, physiology, and biology laboratories. It prepares and maintains equipment, supplies, specimens, and living materials; supports laboratory safety and animal care; and provides technical guidance to help ensure a safe and effective learning environment. The role serves the main campus and Palm Desert Campus (PDC), with travel to PDC as needed using a personal or department vehicle when available. The position supports faculty, staff, and students by preparing instructional materials and equipment, advising on course and Course-based Undergraduate Research Experience (CURE) needs, troubleshooting equipment and technical issues, and providing instruction and training on laboratory procedures and safe equipment use. It also performs animal husbandry and monitoring in accordance with species-specific procedures, IACUC-approved protocols, and campus requirements, and maintains relevant safety, chemical, equipment, inventory, and waste-handling records. This is a full-time, non-exempt, probationary staff position. CSUSB’s standard operating hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; occasional evening and weekend work may be required, and schedules may vary based on business needs. The initial salary step for qualified candidates is $4,595 per month, within a CSU classification salary range of $4,595–$6,694 per month. Employees must reside in California and possess a valid driver’s license. Employment is subject to satisfactory background and driving-record checks and other stated conditions of employment.

Requirements

Equivalent to three years of experience providing instructional support services for a related unit or discipline, or producing materials or supplies or repairing equipment in a discipline related to the assigned area.
As an alternative, equivalent to two years of college with 16 semester units in courses involving extensive use of materials, supplies, or equipment in a related discipline may substitute for one year of the required experience.
As an alternative, equivalent to four years of college with 16 semester units in courses involving extensive use of materials, supplies, or equipment in a discipline related to the assigned area may substitute for two years of the required experience.
Knowledge of principles of performing support services; principles, methods, and techniques related to the discipline and curriculum; and materials and supplies in the curriculum and their uses.
Ability to plan, organize, and schedule activities; operate technical equipment related to the discipline; maintain records; and adjust and perform simple maintenance of technical and scientific equipment.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds for some responsibilities.
Possession of a valid driver's license.
Must reside in California upon date of hire.
Satisfactory completion of a background check, including a criminal records check.
Must comply with mandated-reporter requirements and required Campus Security Authority reporting and training.

Responsibilities

Coordinate preparation, setup, testing, and cleanup of equipment, supplies, specimens, and materials for lower- and upper-division anatomy, physiology, and general biology laboratories.
Consult with faculty about instructional needs and adapt established laboratory procedures, materials, and equipment configurations to meet course objectives.
Advise and assist faculty with implementing CURE activities, including use of specialized or living materials.
Troubleshoot technical problems to minimize disruptions to laboratory instruction.
Maintain inventories of laboratory supplies, chemicals, scientific equipment, and instructional materials for the main campus and Palm Desert Campus.
Lift, carry, and move equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds to receive, store, organize, prepare, and distribute laboratory resources.
Evaluate course needs and inventory levels to determine purchasing requirements.
Advise faculty on equipment and material options that support instructional and student research needs, including CURE activities.
Order materials and equipment, resolve order discrepancies, and maintain required purchasing and inventory records.
Perform routine equipment maintenance and troubleshooting at the main campus and Palm Desert Campus, and coordinate specialized repairs when needed.
Travel to the Palm Desert Campus as needed using a personal or department vehicle when available.
Perform animal husbandry and related technical duties, including feeding, cleaning, observing animals, restocking supplies, and preparing and maintaining equipment.
Identify and report changes in animal condition or laboratory environments and take appropriate action within established protocols.
Manage biohazardous waste according to applicable safety procedures.
Follow species-specific husbandry procedures, IACUC-approved protocols, and campus procedures for animal handling, sanitation, biosecurity, personal protective equipment, and waste disposal.
Monitor animal food and water intake, behavior, activity, physical appearance, and signs of illness, injury, or distress.
Monitor animal housing conditions, including temperature, humidity, lighting, enclosure security, and, for aquatic species, water quality and filtration performance.
Take routine corrective action within established procedures, such as replenishing food or water and providing enrichment.
Record animal observations and care activities on room sheets as required.
Promptly report abnormal findings, suspected illness or injury, environmental concerns, equipment failures, or situations outside established procedures to the Animal Health Technician or Principal Investigator.
Apply laboratory safety requirements to chemicals, equipment, biological materials, and procedures used in laboratory and field instruction.
Maintain and update safety information, chemical records, equipment instructions, and waste-handling procedures for students, faculty, staff, and responding agencies.
Identify safety concerns and implement or recommend corrective action within established guidelines.
Provide technical training and guidance to faculty, staff, and students on safe and proper use of specialized laboratory and field equipment.
Provide instruction on scientific procedures, CURE laboratory activities, and established protocols.
Troubleshoot technical problems and recommend appropriate procedures or equipment adjustments.
Perform other classification-related duties as assigned.