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State of Minnesota - MN St Colleges & Universities

Health Sciences Lab Assistant - College Laboratory Asst 1

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What they do

A Microbiology Laboratory Assistant works in laboratories or hospitals, examining microscopic organisms like bacteria for scientific and medical purposes. Practices safety and sterilization procedures to minimize the risk of any hazardous accidents when working with infectious specimens.

$42,374 / year median in Minnesota

+6% projected growth

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Job Description

Health Sciences Lab Assistant
  • College Laboratory Asst 1 State of Minnesota
  • MN St Colleges & Universities Bloomington, MN Job Details Full-time $21.26
  • $29.
28 an hour 7 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Vision insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Record keeping Cultural competency Working with students from diverse cultural backgrounds
Full Job Description Job Details Working Title:
Health Sciences Lab Assistant
  • College Laboratory Asst 1
Job Class:
College Laboratory Assistant 1
Agency:
Minnesota State Job ID :
96583
Location :
Bloomington Telework Eligible :
No Full/Part Time :
Full-Time Regular/Temporary :
Seasonal Who May Apply :
Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted :
08/26/2026
Closing Date :
09/08/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit :
MN St Colleges & Universities / Normandale
CC-AFSCME
Division/Unit :
MnSCU Normandale CC /
MnSCU Normandale CC Technical Appointment Type :
Seasonal Academic Year (Classified/Unclassified
MAPE/MMA
),
Full-time Work Shift/Work Hours :
Day Shift Days of Work :
Monday•
Friday Travel Required :
No Salary Range:
$21.26
  • $29.28 / hourly; $44,390
  • $61,136 / annually
Job Class Option :
Mathematics Classified Status :
Classified Bargaining Unit/Union :
207•
Technical/AFSCME Work Area :
On site
FLSA Status :
Nonexempt Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with
Disabilities:
Yes The work you'll do is more than just a job. At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities. Job Summary The role of the CLA 1 is to provide operational support for the Health Sciences, Nursing, Nursing Assistant, and simulation laboratories. Principal responsibilities include scheduling of lab spaces, setting up and taking down of lab experiences, equipment cleaning and maintenance, organizing and maintaining inventory, laundry, ordering of supplies, supervising student employees, assisting students, and monitoring student activity. No student instruction or assessment will be provided by the CLA 1. This position will actively advance the college's strategic goals, including to achieve equity in educational outcomes and to support a culturally responsive and service-oriented culture, through individual and departmental efforts.
Qualifications Minimum:
Post-secondary or industry certificate/diploma/degree or relevant licensure as a registered nurse, medical assistant, nursing assistant, or health care simulation lab assistant OR 6 months of teaching/tutoring experience nursing, medical assistant, nursing assistant, or health care simulation lab assistant, at the high school level or above OR 2 years of work experience in nursing, medical assistant, nursing assistant, or health care simulation lab assistant, where no degree/certificate/diploma/licensure is required experience. OR An equivalent combination of education and work experience. Other knowledge, skills, and abilities that we will be interviewing for: Problem solving skills Ability to work with students and staff from diverse backgrounds. Administrative skills sufficient for record keeping and organization of the lab
Preferred:
Associates or Bachelors Degree in a Health Science Discipline Knowledge of purchasing, inventorying, and lab and stockroom experience Knowledge of medical equipment and supplies and common nursing procedures Experience with simulation related technology Ability to organize time and prioritize tasks, to follow up, and follow-through on tasks and projects Experience working with Microsoft office applications (Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel) Strong verbal and written communication Application Details How to Apply To view the full job posting and to apply please go to: specific job posting: https://minnstate.wd115.myworkdayjobs.com/Minnesota_State_Careers/job/Bloomington/College-Laboratory-Asst-1_JR0000005599 Contact If you have questions about this position, contact Heather Nova at or 952-358-8269. To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Heather Nova at . Why Normandale Normandale is the largest community college in the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system, annually serving almost 15,000 students from a diverse set of backgrounds, 42% of whom are students of color and nearly 25% are first-generation. We offer opportunities for individuals to grow, learn, and advance their careers while working for an organization that is committed to providing an inclusive and equitable space for students and employees to learn. We are passionately committed to achieving racial equity in student outcomes and in advancing cultural competency in the classroom and services provided. Great Benefits Package As an agency of the State of Minnesota, Normandale offers a comprehensive benefits package including low cost medical, dental, vision insurance, short
  • and long-term disability, generous vacation and sick leave, 11 paid holidays each year, employer paid life insurance, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, and tax-deferred compensation plans.
Additional benefits include tuition waivers available for yourself and eligible dependents once certain criteria are met. For information on benefits, visit SEGIP's website https://mn.gov/mmb/segip/benefits. This position is also part of the American Federation of State, County Municipal Employees (AFSCME). The AFSCME (https://mn.gov/mmb/employee-relations/labor-relations/labor/afscme.jsp) contract outlines many additional benefits provided. For more information on retirement benefits, please view the retirement brochure through
MMB. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State is an equal opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.