Instructional Technologist A, Biology Laboratory

Community College of Philadelphia•All Campuses - Philadelphia, PA

20d•Onsite

About The Position

Community College of Philadelphia is seeking an Instructional Technologist A for the Biology Laboratory. This role provides operational, technical, and administrative support for Biology teaching laboratories across multiple campus locations. The position is responsible for laboratory preparation, equipment maintenance, inventory management, safety compliance, and coordination of laboratory resources to ensure effective instructional delivery. The Laboratory Instructional Technologist collaborates with faculty and laboratory personnel to support student learning, maintain regulatory compliance, and promote efficient laboratory operations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Biology or equivalent discipline
Two years of laboratory experience in an academic, research, healthcare, or industry setting.
Demonstrated experience maintaining laboratory equipment and managing laboratory inventories.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and electronic recordkeeping systems.
Familiarity with laboratory tools like microscopes, pipettes, centrifuges, and scales.
Attention to Detail: Precision in following standard operating procedures (SOPs) and taking precise measurements.
Safety Protocols: Understanding of chemical hazards, safety data sheets (SDS), and proper protective equipment (PPE).
Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for long periods, perform repetitive tasks, and lift laboratory supplies weighing up to 30–45 lbs.
Ability to work well with others as part of a team environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting Anatomy & Physiology, Microbiology, or General Biology laboratories.
Experience with chemical hygiene plans, laboratory safety programs, and regulatory compliance.
Experience training student workers or laboratory personnel.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and execute laboratory operations across multiple courses and campus locations, including laboratory setup and breakdown, solution and media preparation, sanitization and sterilization procedures, and hazardous waste management.
Develop and maintain laboratory preparation schedules and operational plans to ensure timely and effective support for all instructional laboratories.
Collaborate with faculty to identify equipment, supply, and resource needs; support implementation of new laboratory exercises, instructional activities, and course-specific laboratory requirements.
Implement and maintain standardized laboratory procedures and workflows to promote operational efficiency, consistency, and quality.
Monitor inventory levels, forecast supply needs, maintain inventory records, support purchasing activities, and assist with annual inventory audits.
Maintain laboratory equipment, calibration records, chemical inventories, Safety Data Sheet (SDS) documentation, and other required operational records.
Support implementation of laboratory safety programs, standard operating procedures, and departmental safety requirements; participate in laboratory inspections, emergency preparedness activities, and safety training initiatives.
Orient and train student workers, work-study students, and new laboratory personnel on laboratory procedures, equipment use, and safety practices.
Maintain laboratory records, safety documentation, and data management systems to support compliance, reporting, and efficient laboratory operations.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance laboratory operations, safety, instructional effectiveness, and student success.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Department Chair or laboratory leadership.