Lab Technician (Part-Time)
HIRING RANGE: $16.00 Hourly
CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled
GENERAL INFORMATION: Brightpoint Community College is a two-year, public institution of higher education and the third largest of the 23 community colleges in Virginia. Our college adds value to the greater Richmond community by offering freshman- and sophomore-level classes that easily transfer to top-notch colleges and universities, more than 60 in-demand career and technical programs, personal enrichment and professional development classes for lifetime learning, professors committed to excellence in teaching, and high-quality, easily accessible, and affordable education for our entire community.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Brightpoint Community College invites applications for a Part-Time Lab Technician to provide lab assistance to faculty and support the science laboratories (biology, chemistry, environmental science, physics, and funeral services – including the funeral services embalming lab). Current science offerings include courses in anatomy and physiology, biology, microbiology, chemistry, physics, embalming, and environmental science. The person in this position is responsible for assisting the lab manager in ordering lab equipment and supplies, providing laboratory support to full- and part-time faculty, and performing his or her duties using safe practices. This person will assist the lab manager and support the teaching laboratories at both Brightpoint campuses (Midlothian and Chester). The person in this position should have the ability to work a flexible schedule, which may include days, evenings, and/or weekends. This part-time position will not exceed 29 hours a week.
QUALIFICATIONS: Required: knowledge of standard biological and chemical operations, equipment and procedures used in teaching laboratories. Demonstrated ability to conduct a variety of techniques and procedures related to preparation and maintenance of several teaching laboratories. Demonstrated ability to work independently and utilize good organizational skills. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with a diverse population of faculty and staff. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team within a laboratory setting. Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer with current software programs. Successful completion and passing of criminal background check is required. Additional Considerations: experience in preparing for undergraduate biology and chemistry laboratory activities.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Acceptable application packages are those submitted through the VCCS career website located at: https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/68440
Brightpoint Community College embraces a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion that empowers anyone from anywhere to be successful in their academic and professional pursuits. We strive to provide an environment that is enriching to all by understanding and appreciating our dimensions of diversity, becoming global citizens, and welcoming new ways of engaging the unique contributions of all people.
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