Laboratory Assistant - Southeast Campus

About the role

This position provides a broad range of specialized laboratory support and guidance to full-time faculty and adjuncts for laboratory science courses.

Responsibilities

• Performs job duties from the assigned campus or work location.
• Works independently under the direction of science faculty.
• Sets up supplies, materials and equipment for biology and chemistry laboratories, both for individual stations and for instructor-led demonstrations.
• Prepares specimens, cultures and slides for biology, anatomy and physiology and microbiology labs.
• Operates the autoclave and other associated lab equipment.
• Assists with and maintains inventory in the science area at the Southeast campus.
• Assists other campuses with inventory of equipment as needed.
• Prepares purchase orders and receives shipments for the sciences.
• Assists instructors during laboratory sessions, when appropriate.
• Assists in other science areas as necessary.
• Supports additional campuses in Davidson County; occasional travel to other campuses required.
• Performs minor repairs of equipment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Minimum of three years of professional lab experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in a higher education setting.
• Knowledge of biology or a related area, such as medical laboratory technology, veterinary science, etc.

Skills

• Knowledge of biological procedures and techniques, including safety practices and material handling.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, faculty, staff, students and the general public.
• Ability to work effectively with minimal direct supervision.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and be responsive to time-sensitive requests.

Pay

$43,653.00 to $52,375.00 annually, depending on experience.