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Senior College Laboratory Technician - Biology

GENERAL DUTIES

Performs supervisory and/or complex technical functions in laboratories in support of coursework.

-Maintains, fabricates, modifies, and repairs equipment

-Determines equipment requirements, prepares purchase specifications and coordinates acquisitions

-Trains and supervises College Laboratory Technicians, College Assistants, and other laboratory staff

-Manages set up, maintenance, and organization of student laboratories

-Maintains safety and hygiene standards

-Documents laboratory activities

-Performs related duties as assigned.

CONTRACT TITLE

Senior College Laboratory Technician

FLSA

Non-exempt

CAMPUS SPECIFIC INFORMATION

Brooklyn College of the City University of New York (CUNY) seeks a Senior College Laboratory Technician (CLT) in the Department of Biology in the School of Natural and Behavioral Sciences (SNBS). Reporting to the Department Chair or designee, the Senior CLT will join a team managing the laboratory components of the department's courses and perform advanced technical functions in support of coursework. Morning schedule will be required. Flexibility for evening schedule may be needed.

In addition to the General Duties, responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Manage laboratory resources, including staff, equipment, supplies, living organisms, and budget. Responsibilities include reallocating resources, preparing, and moving equipment, supplies, staff, and living organisms as needed.

• Communicate and regularly interact with faculty, staff, and students in the Brooklyn College SNBS and the Biology Department to prepare and operate laboratories for course instruction.

• Work collaboratively with the SNBS Dean’s office, Biology Department CLTs, faculty, staff, and students to organize and prepare the resources, equipment, and personnel for biology laboratory courses in each academic term.

• Assist with designing and preparing new laboratory lesson plans. Help plan and execute lab exercises, working closely with faculty, including the course coordinator and the Chairperson, to translate pedagogical objectives of courses into practical lab experiences.

• Learn new skills as required, including ordering, and preparing laboratory materials for new exercises.

• Perform other duties as assigned to support the department's goals and objectives.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma with a minimum of eight years' related experience. Additional education may be used to meet the experience requirement: an Associate's degree may be substituted for two years' experience and a Bachelor's degree may be substituted for four years' experience. This position may also require the ability to supervise others.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree in biology or a related field of study

• Previous experience supervising laboratory staff

• Four years of experience managing laboratory courses at higher education institutions

• Ability to work morning schedule with flexibility to work evening schedule as needed

COMPENSATION

$55,787 - $75,929; Salary commensurate with education and experience.

BENEFITS

CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification. Employees are also offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans. Part-time employees must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to be eligible for health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria.

HOW TO APPLY

From our job posting system, select "Apply Now", create or log in to a user account, and provide the requested information. If you are viewing this posting from outside our system, please visit https://cuny.jobs/campus/brooklyn-college/jobs/ .

Applicants should provide a cover letter and resume in .doc or .pdf format.

CLOSING DATE

Review of applications to begin on or after November 4, 2024 and will continue until filled.

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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Job ID

29110

Location

Brooklyn College