Instructional Assistant – Science Laboratories

The Instructional Assistant assists the Instructional Faculty by implementing the educational program of the faculty.  This will require that the IA maintain a positive and cooperative attitude in the implementation of the program to insure the maximum effectiveness of the laboratory. This position’s anticipated start date is Fall 2024.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree or the equivalent
• At least two years laboratory experience
• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to interact well with people at all levels
• Computer proficiency

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for ordering supplies for the office and laboratories:

• compare prices from multiple sources
• type purchase orders and submit electronically for approval
• file copies of orders
• Responsible for receiving and storing supplies, and maintaining inventory:

• receive supplies as they come in
• store supplies and chemicals in appropriate locations
• record quantities, costs, and locations in computer inventory
• perform annual inventory of capital equipment (list provided by Facilities Support Technician)
• file Safety Data Sheets for chemicals
• store waste chemicals and keep list of waste chemicals to submit to Facilities Support Technician for disposal
• repair equipment or coordinate repairs with Buildings and Grounds or outside technician
• dispose of, or surplus, broken or unwanted equipment
• Responsible for preparing laboratories (as agreed upon with Technical Assistant):

• provide materials, equipment and chemicals as needed for labs
• coordinate with faculty to choose and adapt labs as appropriate
• break down labs and store materials, equipment and chemicals when labs are completed
• Responsible for maintaining appearance and operation of science labs
• coordinate repairs and upgrades with Buildings and Grounds
• Responsible for supervising Technical Assistant and work-study students in laboratories
• Responsible for other duties as determined by the Chair of the Division of Science, Technology and Mathematics and/or the Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs

DISCRETIONARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise laboratories or classes for faculty as appropriate
• Serve on hiring committees
• Serve on college committees
• Organize events (guest speakers, symposia)
• Serve as a club advisor

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; the review of resumes will be on-going. The full salary range is $41,800 to $52,095. Please submit your cover letter, resume, and the contact information including emails for 3 professional references.

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Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity College

SCCC is an equal opportunity employer. SCCC is committed to extending equal opportunity in employment to all qualified candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community.  SCCC encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital or parental status, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, veteran or military status, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.  Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the United States.