Natural Science Lab Assistant

Prepare and administer laboratory assignments which provide practical experiences for students.

Salary: Appropriate placement on ACCS Salary Schedule E2 Grade 03: $45220 $62710

Work Hours:Monday through Thursday 7:45 a.m. 5:15 p.m.; Friday 7:45 a.m. 11:45 a.m.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and must submit a complete application packet to be considered. A complete application consists of the following:

• Online application
• Current rsum
• Copy of high school diploma or equivalent or college transcripts (Transcript of college work verifying degree requirement; must include degree awarded and date confirmed. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted before the deadline but official transcripts must be received if employed.

1. Prepare materials and assemble disassemble clean and store equipment needed for individual and group laboratory experiments in freshman and sophomorelevel biology and chemistry labs.
2. Schedule preparation of lab experiments.
3. Store and dispose of hazardous wastes using safety procedures.
4. Assist in informing faculty and staff of proper hazardous waste disposal procedures
5. Maintain Material Safety Data Sheets in an organized accessible fashion.
6. Enforce lab safety codes in all science lab areas to assure student and employee safety.
7. Communicate with science faculty regarding special needs and maintenance of laboratory facilities.
8. Maintain inventory system of all science supplies and special equipment.
9. Coordinate purchasing of all science supplies and special equipment with department chair.
10. Make appropriate recommendations for cost effective utilization of allocated resources.
11. Maintain a reference library of scientific catalogs instruction manuals keys troubleshooting guides and operation and parts manuals for laboratory equipment and models as requested.
12. Work with fulltime and parttime lab assistant(s) to coordinate shared responsibilities in both the biology and chemistry labs.
13. Perform assigned responsibilities duties and tasks according to established practices procedures techniques and standards in a safe manner and with minimal supervision.
14. Become familiar with and follow institutional policies and procedures as outlined in the College Catalog Personnel Handbook and Alabama Community College System Policy Manual.
15. Perform all duties with professionalism.
16. Perform related work as assigned.
17. Perform other appropriate professional duties and responsibilities as may be assigned.

A minimum of an Associate degree in Biology Chemistry or related field from an accredited institution is required.

Preference will be given to candidates who can demonstrate through their experiences and accomplishments:

1. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
2. Competency in the use of current educational technologies in a laboratory setting.
3. Willingness to work directly with students in a lab setting.
4. Sensitivity and commitment to cultural diversity.
5. Ability to work with minimal supervision/ work independently.
6. Effective organizational skills.
7. Ability to operate in a professional manner at all times.
8. A commitment to all students. including those of diverse ages. cultures. genders. and ethnic backgrounds.
9. Documented successful work experience in an instructional laboratory setting and/or teaching experience in a scientific discipline.
10. Ability to provide assistance to individuals and groups in problem solving for biology and chemistry.
11. Competency in the use of current educational technologies.
12. A knowledge of safety precautions in first aid.
13. Ability to operate in high pressure situations and respond to issues in a calm manner.
14. Conscientious care about how work is done and wanting to do a good job.
15. Initiative respond to downtime by taking responsibility to do other work.
16. A focus on detail.
17. A focus on being friendly and patient in responding to student needs.
18. Willingness and desire to learn new things and apply that learning.
19. Willingness to maintain flexibility in order to meet student needs.
20. A positive attitude regardless of circumstances at hand.
21. Confidence in decision making and communication skills.
22. Willingness to enthusiastically learn all/most aspects of the operation.
23. An understanding of and commitment to the philosophy and mission of a community college.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a completed application packet in order to be considered for this position. Complete application files must be received no later than the application deadline. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered. Applicants must travel at their own expense. Finalist will be required to provide official transcripts that are mailed directly to the Office of Human Resources at Calhoun Community College from the institution(s) granting the credits.

BACKGROUND CHECK STATEMENT:
In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and guidelines the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check.

Calhoun Community College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System including all post secondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including without limitation race color national origin religion marital status disability sex age or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law shall be excluded from participation in be denied the benefits of or be subjected to discrimination under any program activity or employment. Calhoun Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. The college reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding. More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process. Calhoun Community College participates in the EVerifysystem to verify employment eligibility for all newlyhired employees.

Calhoun Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees. Degreegranting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Calhoun Community College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane Decatur GAby callingor by using information available on SACSCOCs website . Specific questions regarding Calhouns educational programs admissions and other matters related specifically to the College should be forwarded directly to the college.
APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:


P.O. Box 2216
Decatur AL 35609