Chemistry Lab Technician

At a Glance!:Lower Columbia Colleges Natural Sciences department is seeking an organized and solutions-minded Chemistry Lab Technician to join our team!

Who you are:The ideal candidate for this position is a detail-oriented safety-conscious Chemistry Lab Specialist with a strong background in chemical safety laboratory maintenance and instructional support. Additionally they have formal training in chemistry or a related field and possess hands-on expertise in managing chemical inventories maintaining lab instrumentation and safely handling hazardous materials in compliance with OSHA and EPA standards.

A strong desire to work in a lab setting good communication skills a passion for learning being a self-starter and the ability to work well in a team or independently are all important skills and characteristics for this position.

The Position:This position supports a diverse range of students and faculty by providing instructional support for LCCs Chemistry program.

This position provides instructional support for chemistry courses by preparing and modifying teaching aids materials and equipment associated with classroom and laboratory instruction in collaboration with the faculty. The role includes maintenance of the chemistry storage area/stockroom and ensuring compliance with current protocols and safety standards. The position also includes assisting faculty in presenting laboratory course materials and assisting students in the classroom and/or lab environment.

The Chemistry Lab Technician position is 10 months a year at 40 hours per week. The typical schedule is 8:0 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Friday. This position reports to the Supervisor. This position is identified as a Instruction & Classroom Support Technician 2 Classification under Washington State Classification Specifications.

Why LCC: LCC has a strong commitment to making diversity equity and inclusion a core component of initiatives program operations and professional development. We believe diversity enriches the educational experience for all students faculty and staff.

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Safety and lab maintenance:

• Maintain chemistry laboratory and storage areas including chemicals tools and equipment per protocols and safety standards.

• Oversee proper inventory storage labeling and disposal of chemicals.

• Receive and process materials and supplies used in chemistry courses.

• In collaboration with faculty write edit or modify laboratory handouts or manuals.

• Operate and perform routine maintenance on laboratory and demonstration instruments and equipment; instruct students and faculty in use of equipment.

• Monitor laboratories and storage to ensure compliance with safety policies.

• Assist in the development of safe laboratory procedures including chemical storage and disposal in collaboration with the Safety and Security department and per federal state county and city regulations.

• Write and update required SOP (Standard Operating Procedures) and develop Job Safety Analysis (as necessary).

Preparation and delivery:

• Prepare equipment materials and solutions for chemistry coursework projects or demonstrations as requested by instructors using safety procedures appropriate for the agent which may include hazardous materials such as acids bases pesticides solvents or other; advise faculty of potential problems; modify experiments.

• Set up disassemble clean replace if needed and store equipment used in demonstrations and class sessions.

• Conduct laboratory or lecture demonstrations as requested.

• Assist students in laboratory assignments or with chemistry subject matter.
  
  

Supplies:

• Determine materials equipment and instruments necessary for courses for which you are responsible.

• Maintain inventory and records including estimating quantity and quality of supplies and materials needed.

• Prepare purchasing documents and order equipment and supplies in collaboration with the office of instruction and purchasing department.

• Work with the faculty and/or Dean to understand and monitor needs and expenses that align with the budget.

This position may supervise the work of others and perform other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree with coursework in Chemistry or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position.

• Knowledge of laboratory safety procedures chemical handling storage and disposal practices.

• Experience working with Google Suite and similar platforms.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with students faculty and staff.

• Ability to organize work independently and manage multiple priorities.

• Demonstrated history of thinking critically to solve problems.

• Demonstrated ability to ensure accuracy in work.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in chemistry or closely related field or equivalent professional experience

• Lab maintenance experience

• Experience leading demonstrations or presentations

• Familiarity with OSHA EPA and other laboratory safety regulations.

How to apply:

An online application must be completed for consideration. Click Apply at the top of the page to get started. Paper submissions or emailed materials will not be accepted. A complete application must also include the following documents (attached or in the online application itself):

• Letter of Interest(cover letter) - describing your interest in Lower Columbia College and this position how your experience knowledge/skills education abilities etc. meet the qualifications for this position

• Resume

• References- please provide at least three professional references including one current or former supervisor

• Unofficial transcripts(if applicable)

Upon request accommodations are available for persons with disabilities for the Lower Columbia College hiring process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation. The Human Resources Office is accessible to persons with disabilities.

Residency Requirement

To be employed at Lower Columbia College applicants must currently reside in Washington or Oregon or be willing to relocate to one of these states. This is a condition of employment for all positions at the College. Please ensure your application reflects your current residency or intent to relocate if selected for the role.

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LCC celebrates and embraces diversity of all kinds including differing beliefs cultures people and experiences. We commit to institutional and individual changes that recognize understand and challenge patterns of social inequity and systemic disparities within our ever-changing world. For more information seeDiversity & Equity.

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In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act of 1998 and as a part of the Colleges commitment to safety and security on campus Lower Columbia College reports the mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues the required statistics and other related information for the past three (3) calendar years. Lower Columbia Colleges Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at Regarding Sexual Misconduct

Pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080 applicants must declare whether they are the subject of any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct in any current or former employment or professional association or is currently being investigated for or have left a position during an investigation into a violation of any sexual misconduct policy at the applicants current or past employers or professional association. By law post-secondary education institutions cannot hire an applicant who does not complete this form.

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Conditions of Employment

• If you are hired you will need to provide proof of identity and documentation of U.S. citizenship or appropriate legal authorization to work for the duration of this position as required by the Immigration Reform Control Act of 1995.

• Prior to a new hire a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicants suitability and competence to perform in the position.

• This position is part of a bargaining unit subject to the WFSE HE collective bargaining agreement.

• The College is committed to maintain an environment for teaching and learning which is free of drugs and alcohol.
  
  

Anticipated Start Date

LCC offers two start dates for new employees - the 1st and 16th or the closest working day.