Laboratory Technician Biosciences

The Biosciences Department at Phoenix College is seeking a dynamic individual to work with our instructional faculty and experienced lab staff in support of our in-person, hybrid, and online lab course offerings. The laboratory technician position is responsible for supporting operations of the Biosciences labs: organizing, preparing, and supplying equipment, reagents, microbial media preps, and materials used for Biosciences laboratory classes, including setups for, but not limited to, general biology, plant biology, biology for allied health, microbiology, and anatomy/physiology.

Essential Functions

65% - Assist Biosciences instructors/staff and prepares student lab set-ups. This includes but is not limited to: organizing and restocking lab supplies; preparing reagents, media, and microbial cultures; maintaining preserved specimens (including cadavers), plant specimens, testing and troubleshooting experiments and equipment; providing support during active labs including interacting with students; maintaining clean and safe lab areas.

20% - Assists with cleaning laboratories and the proper storage and/or disposal of laboratory materials, chemicals, cultures, supplies, and equipment used in lab classes; maintains a safe and clean laboratory environment in compliance with lab safety regulations and policies, including the safe storage, handling, and disposal of hazardous materials; maintains required records and prepares reports as needed.

10% - Maintains current inventories and records of chemicals, supplies, and equipment; and purchases lab supplies.

5% - Other duties as assigned.