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Position Summary San Diego State University Imperial Valley is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Instructional Support Technician III to support the Sciences and Engineering Laboratories. The successful candidate will manage complex scientific instrumentation assist faculty and students in laboratory instruction and research and ensure safe efficient operation of lab facilities. Key Responsibilities: - Maintain calibrate and repair advanced laboratory instruments (e.g. LC-MS GC-MS FT-IR UV-Vis Raman).
- Support faculty lecturers and students in using analytical equipment and interpreting data.
- Design and assist with laboratory experiments and instructional activities.
- Coordinate facility operations laboratory projects and equipment inventory.
- Serve as a safety liaison ensuring compliance with university and environmental health standards.
Apply now to join a collaborative and innovative team advancing science and engineering education at SDSU Imperial Valley. |
Position Information - This is a full-time (1.0 time-based) benefits eligible permanent/probationary position.
- This position is designated non-exempt under FLSA and is eligible for overtime compensation.
- Standard SDSU work hours are Monday Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. but may vary based on operational needs.
- This position is located at SDSU Imperial Valley in Brawley CA approximately 120 miles east of the San Diego main campus. The individual hired in this role will work on campus at SDSU in Brawley CA.
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Department Summary SDSU Imperial Valley Sciences and Engineering Laboratories are in Brawley CA providing access to laboratory classrooms and research facilities. At SDSU our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community. Through our commitment to equity and inclusion we encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. For more information regarding the SDSU Imperial Valley Campus click here. |
Education and Experience Equivalent to four years of experience providing instructional support services for a related unit or discipline or in producing materials or supplies or repairing equipment in a discipline related to specialty area to which assigned. or Equivalent to two years of college with 16 semester units in courses involving extensive use of materials supplies or equipment and in a discipline related to the area to which assigned may be substituted for one year of the required experience. or Equivalent to four years of college with 16 semester units in courses involving extensive use of materials supplies or equipment and in a discipline related to the specialty area to which assigned may be substituted for two years of the required experience. |
Key Qualifications - Experience with management maintenance and operational support of various scientific instrumentations.
- Experience assigned to a laboratory or other instructional area responsible for use of the facilities and providing all the support services for the classes or individuals using the area. Issues stores orders and inventories materials supplies and equipment and are expected to use knowledge of the discipline to evaluate suitability or substitutions in emergencies.
- Experience operating and providing faculty and students with assistance in interpreting results from scientific equipment.
- Experience maintaining extensive bacteriologic collections; builds or constructs models as teaching aids.
- Experience with schedules and plans center or equipment utilization; collection of common and rare specimens to match course needs.
- MS or PhD in Chemistry Engineering Biochemistry or related discipline with a knowledge of principles of providing support services; knowledge of the common principles methods and techniques related to the disciplines; knowledge of materials supplies and equipment and their uses related to the disciplines is preferred.
- Three years of experience of using major instruments providing instructional support services producing materials or supplies or repairing equipment in a discipline related to the areas to which they are assigned i.e. chemistry engineering or biochemistry is preferred.
- Knowledge of discipline particularly in recognizing the commonality between services required for various courses and for developing systems for maximizing facilities and equipment.
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Compensation and Benefits San Diego State University offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth. Compensation: Step placement will be determined based on relevant qualifications and professional experience in alignment with the departments budget and equity guidelines. - Initial step placement is not expected to exceed Step 6 ($5569) for highly qualified candidates.
- CSU Classification Salary Range: $5044 $7348 per month (Step 1 Step 20).
- Future increases including step advancements are subject to contract negotiations.
Full Benefits Package Includes: - Generous Time Off: 15 paid holidays vacation and sick leave.
- Retirement: CalPERS pension plan with retiree healthcare and reciprocal agreements with other California public retirement systems including the UC.
- Health Coverage: Medical dental and vision options at low or no cost.
- Education Support: CSU tuition fee waiver for employees and eligible dependents.
- Optional Offerings: FlexCash life and disability insurance legal and pet plans.
- Campus & Community: Access to the library campus events employee groups and volunteer and social activities.
Our benefits are a significant part of total compensation. Learn more at the SDSU Benefits Overview. |
SDSU Values At SDSU our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws SDSU provides equal opportunity for all in education and employment. We encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. We strongly preserve the right to free expression and encourage difficult conversations that help lead to improved individual and community learning and cohesion. Principles of Community At San Diego State University we are a community of diverse individuals who have and represent many perspectives beliefs and identities. This diversity lends our community strength and we commit to creating and sustaining an inclusive and intellectually vibrant environment that benefits all members of our university. SDSUs Principles of Community is an aspirational statement that is intended to evolve over time. The statement reflects the ideals we are encouraged to uphold in our interactions with one another. Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race sex color ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws San Diego State University (SDSU) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race sex color ethnicity or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. SDSU complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act the California Equity in Higher Education Act Californias Proposition 209 (Art. I Section 31 of the California Constitution) other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws and CSUs Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment segregation based on race or any other protected status and all forms of discrimination harassment and retaliation in all university programs policies and practices. SDSU is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives beliefs and identities committed to fostering an inclusive respectful and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue mutual respect and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs student organizations and activities faculty initiatives and community partnerships we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development faculty and staff training student mentorship and comprehensive support programs. At SDSU excellence is built on merit talent diversity accessibility and equal opportunity for all. |
Supplemental Information Apply by October 26 2025 to ensure full consideration. Applications submitted after this date will be reviewed on an as-needed basis and the position will remain open until filled. The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g. H-1B visa).Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a persons identity and authorization to work in the United States which are consistent with the provisions of theImmigration Reform and Control Act. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU will make a conditional offer of employment which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position. SDSU is a smoke-free campus. For more information please click here. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Pang Thao at . |
Required Experience:
IC
Position SummarySan Diego State University Imperial Valley is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Instructional Support Technician III to support the Sciences and Engineering Laboratories. The successful candidate will manage complex scientific instrumentation assist faculty and students in labora...
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Position Summary San Diego State University Imperial Valley is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Instructional Support Technician III to support the Sciences and Engineering Laboratories. The successful candidate will manage complex scientific instrumentation assist faculty and students in laboratory instruction and research and ensure safe efficient operation of lab facilities. Key Responsibilities: - Maintain calibrate and repair advanced laboratory instruments (e.g. LC-MS GC-MS FT-IR UV-Vis Raman).
- Support faculty lecturers and students in using analytical equipment and interpreting data.
- Design and assist with laboratory experiments and instructional activities.
- Coordinate facility operations laboratory projects and equipment inventory.
- Serve as a safety liaison ensuring compliance with university and environmental health standards.
Apply now to join a collaborative and innovative team advancing science and engineering education at SDSU Imperial Valley. |
Position Information - This is a full-time (1.0 time-based) benefits eligible permanent/probationary position.
- This position is designated non-exempt under FLSA and is eligible for overtime compensation.
- Standard SDSU work hours are Monday Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. but may vary based on operational needs.
- This position is located at SDSU Imperial Valley in Brawley CA approximately 120 miles east of the San Diego main campus. The individual hired in this role will work on campus at SDSU in Brawley CA.
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Department Summary SDSU Imperial Valley Sciences and Engineering Laboratories are in Brawley CA providing access to laboratory classrooms and research facilities. At SDSU our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community. Through our commitment to equity and inclusion we encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. For more information regarding the SDSU Imperial Valley Campus click here. |
Education and Experience Equivalent to four years of experience providing instructional support services for a related unit or discipline or in producing materials or supplies or repairing equipment in a discipline related to specialty area to which assigned. or Equivalent to two years of college with 16 semester units in courses involving extensive use of materials supplies or equipment and in a discipline related to the area to which assigned may be substituted for one year of the required experience. or Equivalent to four years of college with 16 semester units in courses involving extensive use of materials supplies or equipment and in a discipline related to the specialty area to which assigned may be substituted for two years of the required experience. |
Key Qualifications - Experience with management maintenance and operational support of various scientific instrumentations.
- Experience assigned to a laboratory or other instructional area responsible for use of the facilities and providing all the support services for the classes or individuals using the area. Issues stores orders and inventories materials supplies and equipment and are expected to use knowledge of the discipline to evaluate suitability or substitutions in emergencies.
- Experience operating and providing faculty and students with assistance in interpreting results from scientific equipment.
- Experience maintaining extensive bacteriologic collections; builds or constructs models as teaching aids.
- Experience with schedules and plans center or equipment utilization; collection of common and rare specimens to match course needs.
- MS or PhD in Chemistry Engineering Biochemistry or related discipline with a knowledge of principles of providing support services; knowledge of the common principles methods and techniques related to the disciplines; knowledge of materials supplies and equipment and their uses related to the disciplines is preferred.
- Three years of experience of using major instruments providing instructional support services producing materials or supplies or repairing equipment in a discipline related to the areas to which they are assigned i.e. chemistry engineering or biochemistry is preferred.
- Knowledge of discipline particularly in recognizing the commonality between services required for various courses and for developing systems for maximizing facilities and equipment.
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Compensation and Benefits San Diego State University offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth. Compensation: Step placement will be determined based on relevant qualifications and professional experience in alignment with the departments budget and equity guidelines. - Initial step placement is not expected to exceed Step 6 ($5569) for highly qualified candidates.
- CSU Classification Salary Range: $5044 $7348 per month (Step 1 Step 20).
- Future increases including step advancements are subject to contract negotiations.
Full Benefits Package Includes: - Generous Time Off: 15 paid holidays vacation and sick leave.
- Retirement: CalPERS pension plan with retiree healthcare and reciprocal agreements with other California public retirement systems including the UC.
- Health Coverage: Medical dental and vision options at low or no cost.
- Education Support: CSU tuition fee waiver for employees and eligible dependents.
- Optional Offerings: FlexCash life and disability insurance legal and pet plans.
- Campus & Community: Access to the library campus events employee groups and volunteer and social activities.
Our benefits are a significant part of total compensation. Learn more at the SDSU Benefits Overview. |
SDSU Values At SDSU our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws SDSU provides equal opportunity for all in education and employment. We encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. We strongly preserve the right to free expression and encourage difficult conversations that help lead to improved individual and community learning and cohesion. Principles of Community At San Diego State University we are a community of diverse individuals who have and represent many perspectives beliefs and identities. This diversity lends our community strength and we commit to creating and sustaining an inclusive and intellectually vibrant environment that benefits all members of our university. SDSUs Principles of Community is an aspirational statement that is intended to evolve over time. The statement reflects the ideals we are encouraged to uphold in our interactions with one another. Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race sex color ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws San Diego State University (SDSU) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race sex color ethnicity or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. SDSU complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act the California Equity in Higher Education Act Californias Proposition 209 (Art. I Section 31 of the California Constitution) other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws and CSUs Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment segregation based on race or any other protected status and all forms of discrimination harassment and retaliation in all university programs policies and practices. SDSU is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives beliefs and identities committed to fostering an inclusive respectful and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue mutual respect and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs student organizations and activities faculty initiatives and community partnerships we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development faculty and staff training student mentorship and comprehensive support programs. At SDSU excellence is built on merit talent diversity accessibility and equal opportunity for all. |
Supplemental Information Apply by October 26 2025 to ensure full consideration. Applications submitted after this date will be reviewed on an as-needed basis and the position will remain open until filled. The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g. H-1B visa).Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a persons identity and authorization to work in the United States which are consistent with the provisions of theImmigration Reform and Control Act. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU will make a conditional offer of employment which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position. SDSU is a smoke-free campus. For more information please click here. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Pang Thao at . |
Required Experience:
IC
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