Laboratory Technician: Science - Temporary, Part-Time

Pima Community College District•Multiple Locations - Tucson, AZ

About The Position

The Sciences Laboratory Technician provides laboratory services for Pima Community College’s Science department. The role prepares equipment and laboratory materials for classroom activities, demonstrations, and lab exercises, and assists with inventorying supplies, equipment, and other materials needed for daily lab operations. Positions are available at multiple PCC campuses. The schedule may include evenings and weekends, and hours are up to 19.5 per week. This is a temporary, part-time position. The recruitment establishes a qualified applicant pool for temporary assignments as positions become available or immediate staffing needs arise. Applications remain active for 6 months to a year, and placement in the pool does not guarantee employment. Candidates contacted about a specific assignment will receive its details and may confirm their interest and availability.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
One to three years of related laboratory experience, or an equivalent combination of certification, education, and experience sufficient to perform the essential duties.
Knowledge of regulatory compliance principles and practices.
Knowledge of internal and external customer service principles and practices.
Knowledge of laboratory techniques and various instructional methodologies.
Effective written and oral communication skills.
Organization, coordination, and management skills.
Problem-solving skills.
Ability to develop and maintain effective and positive working relationships.
Ability to operate relevant equipment required to complete assigned responsibilities.
May require Hazardous Materials Certification.
Ability to wear required Personal Protective Equipment and handle and safely dispose of chemicals, solutions, and bio-hazardous materials common to the science department.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in Applied Science or a closely related field of study.
Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, or a closely related field of study.
Three to five years of related laboratory experience in an institution of higher learning.

Responsibilities

Prepare and maintain equipment, instructional media, protist cultures, and other materials used for class exercises, experiments, and demonstrations.
Organize, develop, and maintain laboratory documents needed for lab experiments.
Prepare and disseminate safety data for classroom use.
Prepare classrooms and learning labs for student use during operating hours.
Clean and disinfect equipment and workspaces.
Lock and unlock doors to laboratories, classrooms, and learning labs.
Inventory stock and enter information into the Laboratory Information Management System.
Purchase materials and equipment as approved.
Receive, verify, and enter order information into the Laboratory Information Management System.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor.