Natural Science Lab Assistant Position Available In Madison, Alabama

Natural Science Lab Assistant

Salary
See Position Description
Location Huntsville, AL
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
06001
College/Division
CCC-207000-Science
Opening Date
04/08/2025
Closing Date
4/22/2025 4:00 PM Central
Campus Location
Calhoun Community College

DESCRIPTION

BENEFITS
Position Summary
Prepare and administer laboratory assignments which provide practical experiences for students.

Salary:

Appropriate placement on ACCS Salary Schedule E2, Grade 03: $45,220•$62,710

Work Hours:

Monday through Thursday, 7:45 a.m.•5:15 p.m.; Friday 7:45 a.m.•11:45 a.m.
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and must submit aplete application packet to be considered. Aplete application consists of the following:
Online application
Current résumé
Copy of high school diploma or equivalent or college transcripts (Transcript of college work verifying degree requirement; must include degree awarded and date confirmed. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted before the deadline, but official transcripts must be received if employed.)
Application materials must provide documentation that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications.
Applicants must provide information from previous employers documenting full-time related work experience if an offer is made.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Prepare materials and assemble, disassemble, clean and store equipment needed for individual and group laboratory experiments in freshman and sophomore-level biology and chemistry labs.
Schedule preparation of lab experiments.
Store and dispose of hazardous wastes using safety procedures. Assist in informing faculty and staff of proper hazardous waste disposal procedures
Maintain Material Safety Data Sheets in ananized, accessible fashion.
Enforce lab safety codes in all science lab areas to assure student and employee safety.
Communicate with science faculty regarding special needs and maintenance of laboratory facilities.
Maintain inventory system of all science supplies and special equipment.
Coordinate purchasing of all science supplies and special equipment with department chair.
Make appropriate rmendations for cost effective utilization of allocated resources.
Maintain a reference library of scientific catalogs, instruction manuals, keys, troubleshooting guides, and operation and parts manuals for laboratory equipment and models as requested.
Work with full-time and part-time lab assistant(s) to coordinate d responsibilities in both the biology and chemistry labs.
Perform assigned responsibilities, duties, and tasks according to established practices, procedures, techniques, and standards in a safe manner and with minimal supervision.
Be familiar with and follow institutional policies and procedures as outlined in the College Catalog, Personnel Handbook, and Alabama Community College System Policy Manual. Perform all duties with professionalism.
Perform related work as assigned.
Perform other appropriate professional duties and responsibilities as may be assigned.
Qualifications
A minimum of an Associate degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field from an accredited institution is required. Preference will be given to candidates who can demonstrate through their experiences and aplishments:
Excellent oral and writtenmunication skills.
Competency in the use of current educational technologies in a laboratory setting.
Willingness to work directly with students in a lab setting.
Sensitivity andmitment to cultural diversity.
Ability to work with minimal supervision/ work independently.
Effectiveanizational skills.
Ability to operate in a professional manner at all times.
Amitment to all students. including those of diverse ages. cultures. genders. and ethnic backgrounds.
Documented successful work experience in an instructional laboratory setting and/or teaching experience in a scientific discipline.
Ability to provide assistance to individuals and groups in problem solving for biology and chemistry.
Competency in the use of current educational technologies.
A knowledge of safety precautions in first aid.
Ability to operate in high pressure situations and respond to issues in a calm manner.
Conscientious•care about how work is done and wanting to do a good job.
Initiative•respond to downtime by taking responsibility to do other work.
A focus on detail.
A focus on being friendly and patient in responding to student needs.
Willingness and desire to learn new things and that learning.
Willingness to maintain flexibility in order to meet student needs.
A positive attitude regardless of circumstances at hand.
Confidence in decision making andmunication skills.
Willingness to enthusiastically learn all/most aspects of the operation.
An understanding of andmitment to the philosophy and mission of amunity college.
Application Procedures/Additional Information
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit apleted application packet in order to be considered for this position. Complete application files must be received no later than the application deadline. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered. Applicants must travel at their own expense. Finalist will be required to provide official transcripts that are mailed directly to the Office of Human Resources at Calhoun Community College from the institution(s) granting the credits.

BACKGROUND CHECK STATEMENT

In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check.
Calhoun Community College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all post secondarymunity and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. Calhoun Community College will make reasonable amodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. The college reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding. More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process. Calhoun Community College participates in the E-Verify system to verify employment eligibility for all newly-hired employees.
Calhoun Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Calhoun Community College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s (sacscoc). Specific questions regarding Calhoun’s educational programs, admissions, and other matters related specifically to the College should be forwarded directly to the college.

APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT

calhoun.edu
P.O. Box 2216
Decatur, AL 35609
256-306-2590
256-306-2591
jobscalhoun.edu
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