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Laboratory Technician - Biology
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Position Number: 1926154
Location: Kentfield, CA
Position Type: Laboratory and Research

Laboratory Technician - Biology

Salary: See Position Description
Closing Date:
Job Type: Full-time
Location: CA, CA

Description

PRIORITY SCREENING DATE: June 17, 2020
Open Until Filled

All application materials must be received by the Priority Screening Date in order to be considered during the initial screening. Applications received after this date may be considered thereafter at the discretion of the college until the position is filled.
*********** The Laboratory Technician for Biology performs a variety of technical, clerical and specialized duties related to the preparation, operations and maintenance of a student biology laboratory program; operates and demonstrates the use of specialized equipment and instructional materials; provides information and technical assistance to faculty and students; and performs other duties as assigned.

DIVERSITY STATEMENT
College of Marin strives to embrace diversity in all forms: it strives to be an Inclusive community that fosters an open, enlightened and productive environment and demonstrates sensitivity to and respect for a diverse population.

COM serves a county population of approximately 250,000 residents. Based on fall 2019 credit enrollment data, the diversity of students at the college includes greater representation than the county with regards to enrollment by Hispanic/Latino (30% of enrollment), Asian (8%), Black/African American (3%), and Multi-racial (7%) students.

College of Marin does not discriminate in employment on the basis of, or perception of, race, ethnic group identification, ancestry, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, physical disability, mental disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, family and medical care leave, military or veteran status, or prior record of arrest or conviction, and is subject to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended, Civil Rights Act of 1991, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. In accordance with Executive order 11246 (as amended), the College of Marin is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Essential Functions

Assists in the operation and maintenance of an instructional laboratory and related areas; performs specialized and technical duties to assure efficient lab operations.
Prepares and maintains chemical solutions, media, biological specimens, bacterial cultures, reagents and other instructional materials and equipment for laboratory demonstrations and exercises.
Operates a variety of equipment typically found in physical/natural science laboratories.
Orders, receives and stores supplies, materials and equipment; maintains inventories, conducts catalog research and contacts vendors to purchase supplies and materials.
Prepares and maintains biology lab prep room, museum materials, outdoor areas assigned to Biology and/or supplies for the purpose of providing a clean, organized layout and safe work environment.
Maintains laboratory environment in a safe, clean and orderly condition; assures the safe and proper handling of chemicals and biological specimens.
Provides for proper disposal of waste materials in accordance with regulatory guidelines.
Adjusts, maintains and performs minor repair to equipment; reports major repair needs according to established procedures.
Prepares a variety of written materials (e.g. purchase orders, operating procedures for equipment, etc.) for the purpose of providing written support and/or conveying information.
Supports instructors (e.g. setting up lab experiments, preparing Museum Observations, audio visual equipment, preparing chemicals, maintaining cadavers, media and cultures, etc.) for the purpose of complementing classroom instruction.
Trains and provides work direction to student and hourly workers as assigned; assists in coordinating laboratory duties and assignments.
Assists instructors in the use of a variety of equipment, materials and supplies in the instructional setting.

Requirements & Desirables
REQUIREMENTS

Any combination equivalent to two years college level coursework from an accredited institution in a related field and two years responsible experience working with the public or working in a laboratory setting. Additional years of education may be considered in lieu of the experience required; OR
Two years of college-level chemistry, biology and microbiology courses, OR
Community College and/or Vocational School Degree with study in microbiology; and
Demonstrated sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds, disabilities and learning styles of community college students and staff.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Associate degree in biological science
Experience in maintaining cultures, live animals and plants
Experience in maintenance of equipment
Experience in cell and molecular labs

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: (Desirable Attributes & Skills)
KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math including calculation of fractions, percents and/or ratios; read technical information, compose a variety of documents and solve practical problems. Basic principles with aseptic procedures and techniques used in science laboratories. Health and safety practices and precautions applicable to science laboratories. A wide variety of equipment and materials used in science laboratories. Fundamentals of laboratory organization and management. Oral and written communication skills. Specific knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job includes: handling hazardous materials and using MSDS information and culturing bacteria fungi; preparing chemical solutions, water cultures of small plants and invertebrates, fresh or preserved plant, animal and fungal specimens or parts for labs and prepare displays for classrooms; maintains classroom aquaria and terraria; greenhouse plants, and aquatic organisms in pool and have understanding of biological classifications systems.

SKILLS are required to perform multiple technical tasks with an occasional need to upgrade skills due to changing job conditions. Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices; operating equipment used in biology lab; preparing and maintaining accurate records; and operating standard office equipment including pertinent software applications. Use of new or additional equipment brought about by new technology shall be incorporated consistent with the level of responsibility and complexity of this job.

ABILITY is required to schedule a number of activities; gather collate, and/or classify data; and coordinate a significant number of factors in the use of equipment and supplies. Flexibility is required to work with others under a variety of circumstances; analyze data utilizing defined but different processes; and use equipment for a variety of purposes under different conditions that requires an understanding of various methods of operation. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; and utilize a wide variety of job related equipment. In working with others, problem solving is required to analyze issues, create plans of action and reach solutions. Specific abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating with diverse groups; setting priorities; working as part of a team; working with constant interruptions. Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds, disabilities and learning styles of community college students and staff.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Prior to employment, the selected candidate will be required to complete the following:

In accordance with Federal Law all employees must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
Criminal Justice/Fingerprint Clearance.
California Education Code, Section 87408.6 requires persons employed by a community college in an academic or classified position to submit to a TB risk assessment developed by CDPH and CTCA and, if risk factors are present, an examination to determine that he or she is free of infectious TB; initially upon hire and every four years thereafter.
DISASTER SERVICE WORKERS: All Marin Community College District (MCCD) employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the MCCD requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. For more information, please see the MCCD Emergency Operations Plan.
Candidates applying for positions with the Marin Community College District may be disqualified from consideration should their conviction history not meet the standards established under the California Education Code.

REQUIRED APPLICATION DOCUMENTS
The following documents must be attached to your application in order to render it complete. Use the Attachment Type indicated in parentheses when making your attachments.

Cover Letter (cover letter)
Resume (resume)
Transcript conferring Associate's degree or showing whatever coursework you have completed, if applicable (transcript)

Applicants who also hold a Bachelor's degree are encouraged to attach a copy of their graduate transcript in addition to their undergraduate transcript. NOTE: Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for application purposes, as long as they confer the degree; official transcripts would be required upon hire.

Supplemental & Salary Information

RESPONSIBILITY
Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision; leading, guiding and/or coordinating other persons; and operating within a defined budget and/or financial guidelines. Utilization of resources from other work units may be required to perform the

WORKING ENVIRONMENT
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions requires the following physical demands: lifting and stacking objects up to 50 pounds occasionally, and frequently exert 10 to 20 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Work involves sitting, walking, standing, stooping, climbing stairs, reaching, twisting and turning, bending at the waist; hearing and speaking to communicate and provide information to others; possess the manual dexterity to operate computers and related equipment. Work exposes incumbent to toxic, pathogenic, or otherwise irritating substances and chemicals and requires the use of protective devices.

WORK SCHEDULE
Campus: Kentfield
Full-time Equivalent: 1.0 - Full-time
Months per Year: 12
Work Days/Hours:
Monday - Friday, plus occasional Saturday and evening hours during peak times
8:00am to 4:00pm (half-hour lunch)
7.5 Hours per Day
37.5 Hours per Week

NOTE: The College is closed on Fridays during the summer period, when the work schedule may change according to departmental needs.

SALARY INFORMATION
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Salary Range: CSEA 115
Starting Salary Range: $4,579.25 to $5,047.25 per month (Step 1 to 3). Normal entering step is Step 1.

Please refer to our Human Resources web site for salary schedules.

BARGAINING UNIT & RETIREMENT PLAN
Employees in classifications represented by the California School Employees' Association (CSEA) Chapter 196 and are required to comply fully with the CSEA/Marin Community College District (MCCD) Collective Bargaining Agreement, including payment of union dues or charitable contributions. General information regarding rights and responsibilities under the Agreement can be found in the Collective Bargaining Agreements section of our Human Resources site. CSEA employees are also members of the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), to which the member contributes up to 7% of his/her reportable compensation on a monthly basis.

SELECTION PROCESS
Applications must include the documents listed in the Required Documents section to be rendered complete; incomplete applications will not be accepted. Screening will begin after the priority screening date. Applicants selected to interview will be contacted to schedule an interview appointment with the screening committee; however, applicants will be notified of their status, either way, following the screening. Candidates forwarded by the committee following the first interview may be invited for a second interview. Regrettably, College of Marin is not able to offer reimbursement for travel to interviews at this time.

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