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Broward College · 5 hours ago

Science Lab Technician - Part-Time

Davie, FL

Part-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$15.55/hr - $15.55/hr

3+ years exp

Broward College is a higher education institution seeking a Science Lab Technician to assist in the preparation and maintenance of biological science laboratories. The role involves preparing lab materials, assisting with experiments, and ensuring the cleanliness and safety of the lab environment.

E-LearningEducationHigher EducationTutoring

Responsibilities

Assists in the preparation of labs according to the assigned functional discipline, such as anatomy, biology, zoology, botany, microbiology. Laboratory preparation involves presentation of all materials required for the appropriate activity or experiment, including glassware, benchtop equipment, media, living specimens, models, chemical solutions, microscopes, etc

Assists with preparation of chemical solutions and media, which may include calculating appropriate concentrations, measuring and weighing, heating and cooling, dispensing in appropriate containers, and use of equipment such as analytical balances, top loading balances, and autoclaves

Returns the lab to the condition present before the day's activities by cleaning and returning all materials, sanitizing surfaces and supplies, and making any minor repairs as necessary

Assists lab manager with maintaining samples of living organisms, including microorganisms using aseptic technique, protozoa, fruit flies, marine organisms in a saltwater environment, plants, and terrestrial arthropods

Assists lab manager with maintaining inventory of laboratory supplies and equipment applicable to the functional discipline

Disposes of all waste materials properly according to established safety and regulatory protocols

Assists faculty with lab activities

Maintains laboratory equipment to assure safe and reliable operation by cleaning as needed and testing/calibration before class begins

Performs related duties as assigned

Qualification

BiologyMicrobiologyZoologyLaboratory preparationChemical solutions preparationAseptic techniqueMicrosoft OfficeTime managementTeam collaborationEffective communication

Required

Associate's degree

Three or more years of functional experience in a science laboratory setting that includes hazardous material training

Operational knowledge and understanding in area of responsibility (biology, microbiology, zoology, botany)

Intermediate knowledge, understanding and skills in area of responsibility required; including an understanding of concepts and principles of related areas and functions

Ability to set priorities for self, manage own time, effort and activities as well as contribute as an active team member

Ability to understand the goals, policies, and objectives of the unit, and standards for own job

Requires intermediate knowledge of computer systems, i.e. Microsoft Office products as well as specialized computer systems

Ability to interact and effectively communicate with employees and students