Laboratory Technician (Casual)

Laboratory Technician (Casual) Salary See Position Description Location Kapi'olani CC, Honolulu, HI Job Type Part-Time Temporary Job Number 2026-01281 Department Kapi'olani Community College - Math & Science Opening Date 06/15/2026 Closing Date 6/18/2026 11:59

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Casual Description Questions Description University of Hawai'i, Kapi'olani Community College, Math and Science Department is seeking applications for the Laboratory Technician (Casual Hire). Please see the information about the position, the duties and responsibilities, the minimum and desirable qualifications, and the job application attachments below: Important note: Applicants seeking short-term or part-time work with the University of Hawai'i may apply for Casual Hire positions, which include administrative, professional, and technical (APT) or instructional-type positions. Because of the temporary nature of these appointments, Casual Hire employees are not eligible for most benefits as provided to regular BOR and Civil Service employees (i.e., paid holidays/leave). Casual Hire appointments may last for up to 89 days for full-time employees, and up to 1 calendar year for part-time employees.

Working Title:

Laboratory Technician Position Number:

Casual Hire Hiring Unit:

Math & Science Department Location:

Kapi'olani Community College Date Posted:

June 15, 2026

Closing Date:

June 18, 2026 11:59

HST Salary:

$26.69 per hour

Schedule:

Monday - Friday, nights and weekends may be required, up to 19 hours per week

Temporary/Permanent:

Temporary Funding Type:

Grant Continuation is dependent on satisfactory performance, program needs, and renewal of funds.

Duties and Responsibilities:

This is a position that works with the Kapi'olani Community College INBRE program Principal Investigator (PI) and biotechnology faculty and the INBRE laboratory director to support the laboratory program for the undergraduate research program. This position is under the general supervision of the Department Chair of Math and Sciences and the INBRE program PI. Works collaboratively with faculty to help coordinate the lab experiences for the undergraduate research program; Prepares, sets up, breaks down, maintains and stores equipment, instrumentation, needed for classroom and undergraduate research experience (URE) lab experiments such as microscopes, pH meters, spectrophotometers, balances, laptops, centrifuges, electrophoresis equipment, biological safety cabinets, water distillers, etc.; Works collaboratively with faculty and students in URE to ensure safety, coordination and integration of URE into shared laboratory resources and infrastructure; Maintains cell lines and bacterial cultures used in URE experiments. Monitors and maintains liquid nitrogen supply for cryopreservation of cell lines; Prepares reagents and culture media and operates and maintains autoclave; Prepares and maintains biological products such as antibodies and plasmids needed for URE and biotech classes; Provides expertise, critical analysis and problem solving within the clearly defined parameters of laboratory operations; Maintains inventory and assists in ordering materials and supplies; Ensures the availability of supplies to meet the effective operation of the URE program; Helps to monitor and train URE students in areas of expertise; Assists in data analysis; Collaborates with the other INBRE personnel to ensure the on-going and current training of students in proper lab safety, emergency, and biosafety and hazmat procedures; May require work on nights and weekends. Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Possession of a baccalaureate degree in Cell and Molecular Biology, Microbiology or related field and 1 year(s) of progressively responsible professional experience with responsibilities for performing basic microbiological and molecular biology techniques; or any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience which provides the required education, knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated. Functional knowledge of principles, practices and techniques in microbiology and molecular biology demonstrated by knowledge, understanding and ability to apply techniques, concepts and terminology of these fields of endeavor. Functional knowledge and understanding of principles, theories, federal and state laws, rules, regulations and systems associated with working in a teaching and research laboratory in microbiology and cell and molecular biology. Demonstrated ability to recognize problems, identify possible causes and resolve the full range problems that may commonly occur in a teaching and research laboratory in microbiology and cell and molecular biology. Demonstrated ability to understand oral and written documentation, write reports and procedures, and communicate effectively in a variety of situations. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external organizations, groups, team members and individuals. Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer and apply word processing, spreadsheet and bioinformatics software. Experience with tissue culture, bacterial culture, DNA and RNA purification, PCR, gene cloning and transformation and expression, antibody purification, ELISA, PAGE, western blotting Availability to work nights and weekends as and when required.

Desirable Qualifications:

Experience with INBRE undergraduate research program at Kapiolani Community College and familiarity with the work environment and the laboratory complex located in Leahi Hospital.

INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED

(Read the "To Apply" section carefully)

To Apply:

Click on the "Apply" button on the top right corner of the screen to complete an application and attach the required documents. In addition to the Application, applicants must attach the following: Cover letter ; Resume ; The names and contact information (telephone number and email addresses) of at least three professional references ; and Official graduate and undergraduate transcript(s) showing degree and coursework to date appropriate to the position ( copies of official transcripts are acceptable ; however, original official transcripts will be required at the time of hire.) Transcripts issued outside the United States of America require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from an agency having membership with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc., verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. The expense of the evaluation shall be borne by the applicant. Academic record/grade summaries will NOT be accepted Diplomas and copies will NOT be accepted Incomplete applications will NOT be accepted.

NOTE:

The application will be incomplete if materials are unreadable, illegible, password protected, missing, or corrupted; therefore, late or incomplete applications will not be considered. All requested documents/information become the property of Kapi'olani Community College and will not be returned. Please do not include any self-identifying photos and redact any references to confidential information on submitted documents (social security number, date of birth, etc.). Applications lacking copies of transcripts will be reviewed based on work experience equivalency to meet minimum qualifications (MQs). All minimum qualifications must be met by the closing date. If you have not applied for a position before using NEOGOV, you will need to create an account.

Inquiries:

Kapiolani Community College Human Resources Department, kapcchr@hawaii.edu EEO, Clery Act, ADA The University of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportunity Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment, including on the basis of veteran and disability status. For more information, visit: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/policies/ Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks. In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawai'i may be viewed at: https://www.hawaii.edu/titleix/help/campus-security/ , or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office.

Accommodation Request:

The University of Hawai'i complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. For further information, please refer to the following link: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/accommodation-request/ 01 This position requires a "Possession of a baccalaureate degree in Cell and Molecular Biology, Microbiology or related field and 1 year(s) of progressively responsible professional experience with responsibilities for performing basic microbiological and molecular biology techniques; or any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience which provides the required education, knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated" as a minimum qualification. Do you meet this requirement? Yes No 02 In addition to the Application, applicants must attach the following:

Note:

By checking off the following options, I acknowledge that I have read and understand the requirement to include attachments with this application and I am aware that incomplete applications will not be considered. A Curriculum Vitae or Resume A one- to two-page statement outlining ways in which you meet the minimum and desirable qualifications; Official graduate and undergraduate transcript(s) showing degree and coursework to date appropriate to the position (copies of official transcripts are acceptable; however, original official transcripts will be required at the time of hire.) Transcripts issued outside the United States of America require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from an agency having membership with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc., verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. The expense of the evaluation shall be borne by the applicant. Academic record/grade summaries will NOT be accepted. Diplomas and copies will NOT be accepted. The names and contact information (telephone number and email addresses) of at least three professional references Required Question Employer University of Hawaii Website http://workatuh.hawaii.edu