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SCIENCE LAB TECHNICIAN II - MICROBIOLOGY - EXTENDED
R-01308
San Diego County - Cuyamaca College
Transforming lives through learning isn't just the vision of the Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District. It happens every day with our 30,000 students who take the first step in their higher education, become trained for a new career, or learn knowledge that transforms their world perspective.
The Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District honors a diverse academic community and fosters equity mindedness across our institutions. As such, the District is committed to eliminating achievement gaps among different student groups by promoting a culture of appreciation for diversity, equity, inclusivity, and social justice, and continuously examining our processes and practices through an equity lens.
The District provides an excellent health and welfare benefits package to its employees. We take care of our employees and have continued to offer medical, dental and vision coverage to eligible employees and their dependents at no charge for any of the plans we offer.
Become a part of this dedicated team in beautiful San Diego County!
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Job Summary
Application Deadline: Tuesday, October 5, 2021 at 11:59 p.m.
NOTE: Application materials that are submitted on the last day of application and are timed out will not be accepted.
Department: Microbiology
Location: Cuyamaca College
Months worked out of the Year: 10 months
Work hours: Monday - Thursday: 1:30 - 10:30 p.m.
Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Hours may vary.
Shift Differential: 4%
Starting Salary Range: CL-32; $3,842 (Step A) or $4,063 (Step B)
Based on experience
Employer Paid Full Benefits
Anticipated Start Date: October, 2021
Job Description
SUMMARY:
Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, perform a variety of technical and specialized instructional support functions to individual students or group of students in a classroom or laboratory environment in a specific instructional area to facilitate effective learning.
MICROBIOLOGY: Prepare and maintain a variety of materials such as stains, chemicals, test reagents, bacterial and fungal cultures and media for laboratory exercises, demonstrations and classroom instruction. Maintain, grow and store the stock culture collection of pathogens and non-pathogens; dispose of contaminated materials and infected animals in a safe and sanitary manner. Upper division college course work in microbial physiology, pathogenic bacteriology, immunology, mycology and parasitology, molecular biology/biotechnology and one year of experience in a microbiology laboratory within an educational setting, preferred for this position.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
SECONDARY FUNCTIONS:
KNOWLEDGE OF:
- General safety equipment and protocols for the specific discipline in which employed.
- Complex methods for preparation of materials and supplies necessary for laboratory exercises and demonstrations;
ABILITY TO:
- Communicate effectively both orally and in writing with a wide variety of college and district personnel as necessary to solve problems and ensure smooth daily operations.
- Operate a variety of equipment typically found in discipline where employed.
- Understand and follow oral and written directions; write reports and other discipline documents that can be followed by other department employees.
- Follow and apply safety regulations involving the care, storage and handling of materials used in the department or discipline.
- Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
- Provide information and assistance to faculty, other staff members, students (if requested by faculty members) and other members of the campus community.
- Perform complex calculations as necessary to prepare materials necessary for laboratory materials.
- Operate a personal computer and use a variety of software packages consistent with the needs of the department. Operates some specialized computer equipment and software specific to unique discipline or department needs.
- With minimal direction, effectively participates in coordinated operations in order to meet department timelines and goals. Exhibits high quality decision-making and judgement skills allowing independent work for substantial time periods
- Learn new and updated techniques when instructed by senior staff.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to: two years college-level course work in related science discipline and two years of experience in a science laboratory.
WORKING CONDITIONS: Instructional lab or classroom environment, subject to fumes, chemical preservatives, noise, and heat. May be exposed to outdoor environment with various weather conditions and encounters, depending on area of assignment. May be subject to frequent standing and occasional lifting, bending and stooping depending on area of assignment. May be required to lift up to 40 pounds.
Additional Information
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POSITION SPECIFIC REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
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GCCCD is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Title IX employer.
Applicants who are protected under the Americans with Disabilities Act and who require accommodations for completing the application process or interviewing should notify the Human Resources Department by calling (619) 644-7679.
Offers of employment are contingent upon successful fingerprint clearance. A processing fee plus Live Scan fee will be required.
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The Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District, a two-college district in eastern San Diego County, has been providing a high-quality education to the region since Grossmont College opened its doors in 1961 and Cuyamaca College began operating in 1978. The district is tied closely to the suburban and rural communities that it serves, providing a $1 billion economic impact to the region through its payroll, purchasing, and spending by students and alumni.
The district has a strong commitment to diversity and equity with a student population representing a broad variety of backgrounds, ethnicities, socioeconomic levels, cultures and abilities. The district strives to provide an educational environment that fosters cultural awareness, mutual understanding, and respect that ultimately also benefits the global community.
The colleges offer more than 150 degrees and certificates in a wide range of programs. Both colleges have signature programs that have become well-renowned. Grossmont College is recognized for its top-notch Administration of Justice, Culinary Arts, Nursing and Allied Health and Theatre Arts programs, while Cuyamaca is known for its Automotive Technology, Ornamental Horticulture, Environmental Health and Safety and Water/Wastewater Technology programs.
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