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The Physiology Department at Michigan State University is searching for an Instructional Equipment and SuppliesTechnologist Ifor the PSL 475L and PSL 311L Laboratory courses. These laboratories focus on integrative human physiology using organ system preparation models and noninvasive physiological measurements such as cardiovascular respiratory and neuromuscular assessments along with urine and blood analysis.

In this role the individual will provide logistical and technical support for the lab course instructors and will be responsible for setting up and dismantling stations for laboratory exercises; lab budgeting and regular inventory maintenance; washing dishes and organizing laboratory materials; preparing basic solutions and reagents; performing routine care maintenance calibration and minor repairs on laboratory equipment; working with vendors for major repairs; assisting students and addressing technical issues during class sessions (data collection and analysis troubleshooting experiments); supporting the preparation and updating of laboratory demonstrations and exercises; working with product sales representatives; maintaining laboratory safety standards and required records; training teaching assistants and student employees in laboratory procedures and proper equipment use; demonstrating laboratory techniques as needed; assisting with maintaining instructional computer hardware and software used in the laboratory; maintaining general laboratory organization; and performing routine office tasks related to laboratory operations. Other duties as assigned.

Candidates with the following competencies are also strongly encouraged to apply:

• Knowledge of fundamental physiological principles andsome scientificresearch experience.

• Effective communication skills an ability to troubleshoot basic technical difficulties with computers data acquisition devices and other equipment

• A desire to engage students in an active learning environment and the ability to work with large numbers of students from diverse backgrounds.

• Attentiveness to detail promptness andan abilityto work independently.

• Familiarity withLabChart LT Desire2Learn Power Apps (inventory) Microsoft Excel Microsoft Word PubMed and SPSS.

Occasional evening or weekend work may berequired.

By the end of the probationary period the individual is expected todemonstrateproficiencyin all assigned duties and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

The duties to be performed by this position require in-person presence in East Lansing MI and they are not compatible with remote must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

• Experience in electrophysiology and/ or biological sciences.

• Experienceassistingin a science teaching laboratory or other classroom setting.

• Experience with AD instrumentsPowerLabor similar physiological data acquisition systems

• Some experience performing simple statistical analyses of data.

• Cover Letter

• Resume/CV

• A list of three to five professional references and their contact information