Under the supervision of the area Dean, performs specialized and technical duties in the operation and maintenance of the biological sciences instructional laboratories, prepares and standardizes solutions and other laboratory materials; calibrates and makes minor repairs and modifications on equipment; issues and replaces specialized materials used in the laboratories; organizes and maintains stockrooms; sets up and checks out experiments for instructors; responsible for requisitions and receives, stores, and inventories chemicals, laboratory supplies, and equipment to insure adequate stock for laboratory experiments; collects, stores and coordinates the disposal of bio-hazardous and chemical waste for the lab as required; and maintains accurate records of open accounts and budget information.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to: an associate's degree in a biological science, including biology, biotechnology, microbiology, anatomy, physiology or zoology and two years practical lab-related experience in one or more of the biological sciences.
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Principles, practices, procedures and equipment of assigned biology, biotechnology, microbiology, anatomy, physiology and zoology instructional labs.
Safety regulations involving area of specialty.
Principles and practices of providing work direction and training.
Record-keeping techniques.
Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
District organization, operations, policies and objectives.
Technical aspects of field of specialty.
Oral and written communication skills.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
ABILITY TO:
Perform specialized and technical duties to assure efficient lab operations.
Provide information and assistance to students and staff.
Assure the care and security of assigned equipment, materials and supplies.
Maintain learning equipment in proper working order.
Issue and receive equipment and supplies.
Plan and organize work.
Understand and follow oral and written directions.
Work independently with little direction.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Meet schedules and time lines.
Maintain records and prepare reports.
WORK DIRECTION, LEAD AND SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides work direction to student workers. No permanent full time staff to supervise.
CONTACTS: Co-workers, other departmental staff, students, and vendors.
PHYSICAL EFFORT:
Dexterity of hands and fingers to set up lab demonstrations and to operate lab equipment.
Lifting and carrying heavy objects.
Pulling and pushing carts.
Reaching to grasp and move supplies.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Instructional science lab environment.
Exposure to fumes from chemicals and biological specimens and cultures.
Exposure to potentially-hazardous materials.
Exposure to live rodents, and reptiles.
Exposure to extremely dangerous hazardous materials, chemicals and cancer causing agents.
Exposure to formaldehyde.
Chemical fumes.
APPLICATION PROCESS
This position requires the following documents to be attached to your online application in order to be considered:
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Application
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Current resume
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Letter of intent that addresses minimum and desirable qualifications.
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Scanned copy of official transcripts with required degree(s). Foreign transcripts and degrees require official certification of equivalency to U.S. transcripts and degrees by a certified U.S. review service at the time of application and must identify graduate level coursework.
Applications with incomplete information (i.e., statements such as "see resume") or missing documents will not be considered.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
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Each recruitment is conducted independently from others; therefore, interested parties need to submit separate complete application packages for each position they apply.
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Applicants may be subject to passing an examination (written/technical), as appropriate to the requirements of the position.
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Residency within a reasonable geographical area of the college may be necessary.
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Travel expenses for pre-employment interviews and employment processing will not be authorized.
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Short Term Hourly (Temporary) Employees and Professional Experts: May work up to 25 hours a week (not to exceed 100 hours per month), total not to exceed 999 hours for a total of 100 days. (Days are counted regardless of the number of hours worked per day).
VISA
AVC does not sponsor visas.
ACCOMMODATIONS
If you have, any questions or concerns/if you require accommodations for the application process in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources Office at (661) 722-6311.
COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY AND EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Antelope Valley Community College District (AVC) is committed to employing administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student success. AVC recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students.
AVC is committed to hiring processes that support equal opportunity, diversity, and provide equitable consideration for all candidates as required in federal and state laws and regulations. To find out more about AVC, please visit our website at avc.edu.
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