Part-time Multi-use Laboratory Assistant (Spectrum Center)

National University • San Diego, CA

1d • $20 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

With minimal supervision, the (part-time) Multi-use Laboratory Assistant prepares laboratories for classroom instruction by setting up the supplies and equipment for student experiments and demonstrations. Essential Functions: Oversees a complex instructional laboratory for general and forensic science. Ensures the care and security of assigned equipment, materials, and supplies. Prepares laboratories for experiments. Performs set-up and tear-down of laboratories. Maintains inventory supplies. Manages hazardous waste disposal and adheres to safety regulations and procedures concerning Biohazardous and Hazardous chemical usage, storage, and disposal. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate degree in related area of study preferred. Or two years basic experience in laboratory techniques and concepts in the areas of life, physical, or forensics sciences.
• Must have familiarity with laboratory equipment and instruments, including microscopes, anatomical models, FT-IR, spectrophotometers, GS/MS, UPLC, PCR and gel electrophoresis.
• Demonstrated competence in hazardous waste management.
• Must be able to maintain, and have knowledge in, laboratory safety practices.
• Ability to work independently and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of operating systems utilized by team members of the University, including, but not limited to Internet Explorer and Microsoft Office products.
• Competent in basic record keeping practices, and principles of training and supervision.
• Basic knowledge of laboratory equipment repair with the ability to assemble, maintain, and repair laboratory equipment.
• Exceptional communication skills (verbal and written) with the ability to interact with a variety of students, faculty, and staff.
• Demonstrated competence in hazardous waste management.
• Ability to ensure the care and security of assigned equipment, materials, and supplies.

Responsibilities

• Oversees a complex instructional laboratory for general and forensic science.
• Ensures the care and security of assigned equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Prepares laboratories for experiments.
• Performs set-up and tear-down of laboratories.
• Maintains inventory supplies.
• Manages hazardous waste disposal and adheres to safety regulations and procedures concerning Biohazardous and Hazardous chemical usage, storage, and disposal.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees