Job Description

Job Summary
A Laboratory Support Technician in the CIT Biology labs performs operational activities in an instructional laboratory or classroom and provides assistance in support of their daily operation. You will ensure that inventory, storage, and maintenance of supplies, materials, and instrumentation support laboratory curriculum. The duties and tasks are frequently non-routine and completed while working under minimal supervision. Reports to Associate Director of Academic Programs, Matthew Fhaner.


Responsibilities*
Will be assigned to BIO 135 (Microbiology Basics), BIO 167 (Human Anatomy and Physiology I), BIO 168 (Human Anatomy and Physiology II), BIO 326 (Cell Biology), and BIO 406 (Microbiology Laboratory) laboratory support but may assist additional courses as time allows
Perform inventory of assigned spaces (no ordering)
Provide laboratory set up and support to assigned courses and others as determined by supervisor
Create list of tasks for weekly prep assistants
Maintain updated prep documents
Works with Natural Science Lab Support Supervisor where appropriate to update lab manuals and prep documents
Maintaining lab space readiness/cleanliness
Assist with dishes, lab clean up, and chemical prep where needed
Required Qualifications*
1+ years of relevant laboratory work experience or relevant educational laboratory experience
Associate's Degree or equivalent education and/or experience
Desired Qualifications*
Strong communication and writing skills
Familiarity with laboratory safety policies and procedures
Basic understanding of common laboratory equipment such as microscopes, balances, pipettes, etc
Record keeping/organizational experience