Science Lab Assistant

Sussex County Community College is seeking a part time Science Lab Assistant. The Science Lab Assistant is responsible for performing a variety of tasks in natural and physical science laboratories including set up and cleanup of teaching labs; maintenance, cleaning, and sterilization of equipment and the laboratory; assists with maintaining and ordering inventory and various recordkeeping functions. May pickup and deliver equipment, prepare solutions and media, and dispose of contaminated materials from the area.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists with the preparation of media and chemicals for all science disciplines
• Assists with setting up and cleaning up of labs/equipment/glassware for all science classes.
• Assists with the maintenance of inventory listings to ensure prompt ordering of replacement supplies.
• Assists with maintenance of all living cultures.
• Performs autoclave sterilization of used media/cultures.
• Assists with the maintenance and repairs specific equipment; may work with vendors to arrange for service.
• Assists in maintaining all necessary laboratory Standard Operating Procedures, OSHA and PEOSHA requirements for the laboratories.
• Assists with instruction of student assistants in proper procedures relating to safety issues.
• Maintains current training in laboratory safety procedures through continuing education.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to the job at any time. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor, including maintaining a valid driver's license in good standing with DMV for those jobs that require driving.

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:

• Associate's degree preferred with some science courses at the college level

ESSENTIAL SKILLS:

• Working knowledge of current laboratory safety practices and procedures.
• Ability to effectively interact with College faculty/staff and community representatives.
• Ability to work with Excel and Word

Sussex County Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Effective September 1, 2011, the NJ First Act requires that certain classifications of persons employed by a public higher education institution will have 365 days within which to establish a primary residence in NJ. Failure to comply will render the individual unqualified to continue to hold the position. Individuals may seek exemption from the residency requirement based on critical need or hardship.