Biology Anatomy & Physiology Lab Assistant

Primary Location: 2800 E. Spring Creek Parkway, Plano, Texas, 75074

About the Role

Prepare all classroom experiments using solutions/media and supplies according to course syllabi and prep sheets, using various products/chemicals and laboratory equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an adequate stock of required equipment and supplies. Keep an inventory of all types of equipment, supplies, and chemical/bio-hazard waste, determine user needs, and provide lab manager with supply requests. Track expiration dates of products as appropriate. Ensure supplies are organized and accessible according to department requirements.
• Maintain equipment in laboratories and classrooms as requested, performing minor repairs and maintenance as required. Assure all equipment is routinely checked and maintained, informing the appropriate supervisor of the need for major repairs and/or replacements.
• Assist in implementation of proper safety procedures and standards; identify and report potential safety hazards. Assist in the disposal of used/spent supplies/products, in accordance with Federal EPA regulations, State, local city ordinances, and College policies.
• Organize and maintain all lab rooms, completing tasks such as washing and refilling empty containers, collecting trash from all containers, and putting away all unused clean containers. Adjust and clean screens and monitors. Clean spills and equipment as specified by instructors or supervisor.
• Maintain records, forms, and system data, performing data entry and copying as described.
• Greet students, faculty, staff, and the general public in a friendly and professional manner. Answer the telephone promptly and maintain professional demeanor at all times. Maintain confidentiality of all records.
• May prepare various cultures, chemicals, stains, solutions, dilutions, etc., from discipline prep sheets and ensure used supplies are disposed of properly and safely. May produce slides, handouts, flyers, or other collateral for classroom, recruiting activities, etc.
• Train new personnel as needed and requested. May assist supervisor in monitoring work of student assistants and/or part-time lab assistants when requested.
• Assist in the coordination of troubleshooting between students, instructors, web services, and others to help solve problems. Assist faculty in the use of equipment, software, and tools. Connect and disconnect equipment and tools according to oral or written instructions. Cross-train in various functions as required to back up other staff positions.
• Attend all department and division meetings as required and participate in professional development/health and safety training courses as required by supervisor.
• Represent the department at college and community events.
• Work schedules may be required to be flexible to morning, afternoon, or evening time frames as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate degree from an accredited institution required.
• Two (2) years of related experience OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
• This position is Security Sensitive; candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.

The primary responsibilities focus on general Biology laboratory support, with additional assistance provided to the Biotechnology program. Practical background or familiarity with biotechnology protocols is beneficial. Applicants must include academic transcripts with their submission.

Physical Demands

Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects. Positions in this class typically include talking, hearing, seeing, grasping, standing, walking, and repetitive motions, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching, plus climbing and balancing. Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, odors, dusts, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, and intense noises. In addition, incumbents may be subjected to gases and workspace restrictions. Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Occasional outside work. Occasional physical effort required.

Pay

Compensation is determined based on experience. Hiring range: $37,440.00 - $45,656.00.

Schedule

Full time. Work schedules may be required to be flexible to morning, afternoon, or evening time frames as needed.