Essex County College Human Resources Department
LABORATORY SPECIALIST - Division of Biology and Chemistry
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Position Title LABORATORY SPECIALIST - Division of Biology and Chemistry
Reports To
Faculty Discipline
Faculty Discipline N/A - Not Applicable
Faculty is eligible for Tenure Track?
Faculty is eligible for Tenure Track? No
Funding Source
Functions and Responsibilities
Job Summary
Under the supervision of the Chairperson for the Division of Biology and Chemistry or designee, the Laboratory Specialist is responsible for performing laboratory preparation services and for providing support with preparation activities for each instructional discipline of the division. This position offers a competitive starting salary of $42,000 – $48,000along with a comprehensive college benefits package.
Benefits include:
- Health, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
- Pension and retirement plans
- Tuition waiver programs
- Opportunities for professional growth
Be part of a collaborative and mission-driven college community.
Supervisory Role
Oral and written instructions are received from the Chairperson for the Division of Biology and Chemistry or designee. The Laboratory Specialist will supervise support staff and student workers.
Duties & Responsibilities
1.Prepare all materials and setups for assigned laboratories for weekday, evening and/or weekend schedules.
2.Assemble and disassemble equipment for assigned laboratories.
3. Remain available during lab session to provide additional materials and assistance upon request.
4. Supervise lab technicians, part-time laboratory specialists and student workers.
5.Provide assistance to faculty and adjunct faculty as needed.
6. Keep inventory of materials; receiving, process, organize and handle laboratory materials; and perform laboratory processes in compliance with college, local, state and federal regulations.
7. Store and dispose laboratory waste properly and in accordance with chemical storage and waste disposal regulations.
8. Assist with the coordination for the purchase of materials needed for effective laboratory operations ensuring compliance with college regulations.
9.Maintain laboratory facilities and equipment. Provide assistance with the request for repairs and maintenance of lab equipment in accordance with college regulations.
10. Maintain up-to-date files on each course area to include an outline of labs for each course and materials needed for each lab.
11. Maintain reports and records on laboratory materials.
12. Maintain strict confidentiality and security of staff, student, and client records.
13. Prepare routine, special, and ancillary reports as required.
14. Perform other related duties as required.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job and are not meant to be all inclusive. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job. Unless reasonable accommodations can be made, while performing this job the staff member shall:
- Use strength to lift items needed to perform the functions of the job.
- Sit, stand and walk/move from place to place for required periods of time.
- Move between buildings.
- Speak and hear, communicate using telephone and/or walkie talkie.
- Use close vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception along with the ability to focus vision.
- Communicate effectively in English, using proper grammar and vocabulary.
- Reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingers to handle objects and operate tools, including but not limited to, computers, keyboards, telephones, calculators, and controls.
- Bend, twist, climb, push, pull, and lift.
Additional Requirements
1. Ability to work an extended, flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, according to demands of the role and tasks.
Minimum Qualifications
Experience (number of years), Knowledge and/or Abilities
1.Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry or related area.
2. One year of experience with laboratory preparation in life sciences.
3.Working knowledge of computer applications preferably the Microsoft Office suite of applications.
4. Demonstrate a high degree of reliability and flexibility.
5.Excellent interpersonal skills.
6. Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
7. Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.
Education Requirements
Education Requirements Bachelor’s Degree
Licenses and Certifications (including e.g., CPR, first aid, driver’s license, etc.)
Preferred Qualifications
Experience (number of years), Knowledge and/or Abilities
1.Master’s degree in Biology, Chemistry or related area.
2.One or more years experience with laboratory preparation in biology and chemistry.
Education Requirements
Education Requirements Master’s Degree
Licenses and Certifications (including e.g., CPR, first aid, driver’s license, etc.)
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Essex County College is an Equal Opportunity Employer – All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, military status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
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