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Chemistry/Biological Science Laboratory Coordinator
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Position Number: 1512519
Location: Gilroy, CA
Position Type: Science - Chemistry

Chemistry/Biological Science Laboratory Coordinator
Gavilan College

POSTING CLOSING DATE: Tuesday, July 30, 2019

Part-Time Position (.875 FTE)
11 months, 35 hours per week with pro-rated benefits based on FTE
$27.86 to $33.86 per hour

Ideal Candidate:
The currently advertised assignment will support Chemistry and Biology, which includes the following classes: Anatomy, Botany, Cell and Molecular Biology, Chemistry, Ecology, Environmental Science, Human Biology, Marine Biology, Microbiology, Organic Chemistry, Physiology, and Zoology. This candidate must be knowledgeable in the fields of chemistry and biology and be well versed in laboratory procedures and practices including microbiology and molecular biology techniques. This candidate should enjoy working with a variety of faculty, staff members and students. Organization and multi-tasking skills are key and the ability to quickly produce quality work to meet deadlines is an integral part of the position.

Definition:
Under general direction, to prepare and organize materials and equipment for Biology and Chemistry labs; to dismantle and clean up lab materials; to order, grow, collect, maintain inventory, and maintain records of supplies, equipment, cultures and specimens; to assist in annual budget planning and tracking for the labs; and to perform related duties as assigned.

Distinguishing Characteristics:
This classification requires technical understanding of the principles and procedures of specific laboratory class activities, and administrative skills to order, assist in budgeting for, and maintain inventory and records of lab supplies, equipment, specimens, cultures and materials, used in chemistry, biology, zoology, anatomy, botany, and ecology labs including nursing program labs. This class is responsible for the safe storage, use and disposal of hazardous and infectious materials used in laboratory classes.

Essential Duties: The following duties are typical of those performed by employees in this job title; however, employees may perform other related duties, and not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each employee in the job title.
Prepares, sets up and organizes materials and equipment for Biology and Chemistry labs including calculating, measuring, mixing, dispensing and labelling chemicals and reagents, assembling equipment and other materials for class use, and preparing media and microbial agents; sets up lab experiments for classroom demonstrations;
Reviews syllabi and textbooks, and discusses lab class needs and experimental procedures with instructors to determine needed preparation and supplies, and improve student learning; assists with practicums;
Dismantles and cleans up lab materials and equipment including cleaning of glassware, equipment, and lab surfaces, proper disposal of hazardous and infectious materials, and restocking;
Recommends equipment, supply and materials costs for annual lab budget; maintains financial records of eleven accounts used by Biology and Chemistry departments;
Orders and receives all supplies and equipment required for labs; purchases local supplies as authorized; schedules and requisitions service for equipment and cadaver disposal;
Maintains inventory of chemicals, equipment and supplies, including MSDS records;
Maintains and grows live plants; maintains aquaria, terraria, bacterial and fungal cultures; collects wild specimens such as fungi, flowers, and plants; processes specimens;
Autoclaves and sterilizes microbial media contaminated with infectious agents and maintains records of use, and sterilization procedures;
Calibrates and makes minor repairs to equipment as needed;
Assists students with lab related items and special projects;
Tracks and posts lab classroom schedule and usage;
Prepares hazardous materials for disposal by proper labelling and packaging;
Maintains a variety of logs, records and files including hazardous materials, inspections, and related matters;
Serves on various committees such as health, safety, facilities and grounds, to represent laboratory needs and issues;
Maintains current knowledge of laboratory procedures and principles and practices of chemistry and biology;
Provides limited office support.

Minimum Qualifications:
Knowledge of:
Principles and practices of chemistry, biology, botany, mycology, zoology and anatomy as relates to laboratory activities, supplies, cultures and specimens.
Laboratory equipment, instruments and procedures.
Safe handling, storage, use, labelling and disposal of hazardous materials and infectious agents.
Mathematics and measurement related to laboratory work including stoichiometry.
Basic administrative procedures and practices including inventory, basic budgeting, purchasing, vendor contracts for supplies and repairs, and related.

Skill in:
Identifying necessary equipment, supplies and instruments for student laboratory activities.
Planning annual needs, requisitioning, receiving storing, inventorying, storing and issuing laboratory materials, supplies and equipment; maintaining basic budget records.
Preparing chemicals, reagents, and media to exact specifications.
Assembling, operating, cleaning and repairing laboratory equipment and apparatus.
Safely handling, using, storing, sterilizing, and disposing of hazardous materials and/or infectious agents.
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with instructional staff and students.
Problem solving and analysis to improve laboratory success and student learning.
Training and supervising student assistants.

Other Requirements:
Must possess a valid California driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record.

Illustrative Education and Experience: A typical way to obtain the above knowledge and skill is a combination of education and experience equivalent to:

Completion of an Associate of Arts degree with major coursework in chemistry, biology or a related laboratory science, and three years of experience in laboratory operations.

APPLICATION PROCESS:
To be considered for this excellent opportunity the following items must be received by CCC Registry no later than 5:00pm on Tuesday, July 30, 2019 through the CCC Registry Website, CCCRegistry

1. Apply at CCCRegistry.org
2. CCCRegistry online application (all sections are required to be filled out, Education, Employment History, Professional References, Diversity Statement, General Information)
3. Cover letter detailing qualifications and experience (required)
4. Resume (required)

As an equal opportunity employer, we are required to compile summary data on applicants for employment. We are requesting your assistance in providing the information on the personal and ethnicity section of your cccregistry profile. The completion of the questionnaire is voluntary on your part. The form will be kept confidential and separate from all hiring documents and will not be forwarded to the colleges/departments making employment decisions.

If you have questions related to the CCC Registry or technical aspects regarding submitting application materials on the CCC Registry website, please contact the CCC Registry directly at registry@yosemite.edu or call (800)245-4157.

**Please contact the CCC Registry at (800)245-4157 AFTER you apply for this job to verbally confirm that your application is included in this recruitment.

If you have a verifiable disability, and require accommodation to complete an application contact the Human Resources Office at (408) 852-2823.

Please be aware, the District does not reimburse for expenses related to the recruitment process.

NON-DISCRIMINATION
Gavilan College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action/Title IX/Employer of Disabled, committed to hiring a diverse staff. All qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military status, sexual orientation, or marital status are encouraged to apply. If you have a verifiable disability, and require accommodation to complete an application please contact the Human Resources Office at (408)848-4753.