POSITION VACANCY

DATE:

06/16/09

POSITION:                                            

Part-Time Laboratory Technician (20 hours/week)

RESPONSIBILITIES:                          

Provide technical support services to faculty and staff who teach science courses and maintain a sanitary and efficient laboratory environment

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Reports to the Associate Dean of Mathematics and Sciences Division

RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

·         Set up all laboratory experiments in the biological sciences accurately and on time.

·         Dismantle laboratory experiments in a timely manner.

• Maintain the order, cleanliness, and safety of the laboratories and storage facilities.

·         Request supplies and equipment for the biological sciences with the approval of the department chair.

• Perform simple maintenance procedures on equipment and ensure yearly maintenance agreements are renewed for equipment.
• Maintain appropriate records for all purchase orders for repair work on equipment
• Make recommendations for equipment repair and replacements.
• Maintain an inventory of all supplies and equipment.
• Provide assistance or instruction to faculty in use of science and AV equipment as needed.
• Conduct the proper disposal of all laboratory waste, including biohazardous material, coordinating with college Environmental Health and Safety Officer.
• Follow OSHA safety procedures and maintain files of current MSDS sheets.
• Collaborate with other science technicians to ensure appropriate disposal of chemical and biological waste.
• Other duties as assigned by the Dean, Associate Dean or Science Department Chair

QUALIFICATIONS: 

Minimum bachelor’s degree in a life science

Required skills for this position are:

• Successful laboratory management experience
• Knowledge of general laboratory techniques
• Experience in teaching or working in a life science laboratory
• Experience in preparing microbiological media and/or cultures utilizing proper aseptic transfer and inoculation techniques from various sources such as slants, plates, lyophilized disks, broths etc.
• Experience in using an autoclav
• Ability to prepare standard laboratory solutions such as molar solutions
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Demonstrated skills in creating and maintaining open communication and human relations.
• Experience and/or knowledge in working with students, staff and faculty of diverse socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, including those with different levels of academic preparation and varying physical and learning abilities.

STARTING DATE:                  

July, 2009

SALARY:                               

Hourly wage not to exceed $19.55

TO APPLY:                 SEND LETTER AND RESUME TO:

                                                Ms. Julie Kelley, Staff Assistant, HR

                                                MIDDLESEX COMMUNITY COLLEGE
                                                591 Springs Road

                                                Bedford, MA  01730

 EMAIL:                                   kelleyj@middlesex.mass.edu

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  

July 13, 2009

Middlesex Community College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, qualified disability or veteran status in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1967, Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 151B.