Laboratory Technician II

About Bristol Community College:

Bristol Community College is an exciting place to work, learn, and grow! Bristol is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment with a rich diversity of beliefs, cultures, languages, abilities, and lifestyles. Committed to enriching its educational experience through a supportive community, Bristol actively encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply and achieve our vision of advancing a vibrant, diverse community through education, learner by learner. If you share a passion for helping students succeed and enjoy working in a community of innovative, inclusive, and collaborative colleagues, Bristol is the place for you!                                                                      

As a Commonwealth of Massachusetts employer, Bristol offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including health, dental, life, long-term disability, retirement and paid time off (vacation, personal, sick, and holiday pay). We also offer tuition waiver discounts at the Commonwealth's public higher education institutions. More information can be found on our Benefits website .

Job Description:

POSITION TITLE: Laboratory Technician II, Natural Sciences

DEPARTMENT: Natural Sciences

PRIMARY LOCATION: Fall River; other Bristol locations (Taunton, New Bedford, Attleboro) as needed.

POSITION STATUS: This is a full-time, benefitted, AFSCME, 37.5 hours per week, 52 weeks per year position.  Although laboratory support is needed primarily during the day, evening and weekend support may be required occasionally.

CLASSIFICATION SPECIFICATION: Classification Study & Classification Specifications / Massachusetts Department of Higher Education

REPORTS TO:   Dean of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math)

SALARY:  $57,223.66 annually*

*Appointments from outside the bargaining unit begin at Step 1.

STATEMENT OF DUTIES:  The College is seeking a reliable and organized individual with a strong science background to provide laboratory support services to Bristol students and faculty in the performance of scientific and research experiments.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides lab set-ups for biology, chemistry, microbiology and other sciences.
• Dismantles laboratory set-ups and cleans labs, glassware, equipment, and stockroom areas.
• Inventories supplies
• Performs minor repairs on lab equipment
• Maintains prep room and storeroom cleanliness
• Attends scheduled lab support meetings under the direction of the Laboratory Coordinator
• Responsible for weekly eyewash testing, updating chemical laboratory and other duties necessary for OSHA compliance
• Prepares solutions and growth media for instructional laboratories
• Monitors safety practices in the student laboratory and recommend corrective action when necessary.
• Maintains documentation and records of laboratory safety practices as necessary
• Works with appropriate personnel in ensuring the proper identification, storage, handling and disposing of chemicals and medical waste.
• Demonstrates a sense of professionalism and consistently reflects Bristol's core values while interacting with members of the Bristol community. 
• Focuses on the Commonwealth's Equity Agenda by applying related best practices throughout all job functions.  
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE  

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

NOTE: Unless otherwise noted, all required qualifications must be met by date of hire.

Applicants must have at least (A) two years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, technical or professional experience in laboratory work in a recognized clinical, medical, hospital, chemical, water quality, public health, biological, bacteriological, marine sciences or materials testing laboratory, or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.

Substitutions:

I.     An Associate's degree or higher with a major in medical technology chemistry, bacteriology, food science and technology, environmental science, chemical or environmental engineering, wastewater technology, oceanography or the biological sciences may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required experience.

II.     The successful completion of one year of full-time, or equivalent part-time, education toward a degree at a recognized medical or dental school may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required experience.

III.     The successful completion of training in a recognized school or hospital course, or an American Medical Association (AMA) approved training program for laboratory technicians or medical technologists may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Manual dexterity
• Experience providing laboratory support services in biological and/or chemical lab settings
• Ability to supervise and delegate responsibilities to work-study students
• Knowledge of lab support requirements in one or more of the following areas: microbiology, chemistry, general biology, human anatomy and physiology, environmental science, including:
  • General laboratory testing techniques and methods
  • Calibration and adjustment techniques as applied to laboratory equipment
  • Properties and characteristics of chemicals, acids and materials used in a laboratory
  • Techniques used in the handling and transportation of laboratory specimens
  • Sanitation and sterilization methods
  • Knowledge of laboratory safety procedures including hazardous waste collection and storage
• Computer skills in Microsoft Office
• Demonstrated ability to:
  • Follow oral and written instructions.
  • Gather information through observation and by examining records and documents.
  • Maintain accurate records
  • Communicate effectively in oral expression and in writing.
  • Establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with others.
  • Deal tactfully with others.
  • Exercise sound judgment.
  • Work in a team setting.
• Reliable transportation in order to travel to and from meetings, trainings, or campus and community locations as required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to communicate in a language in addition to English, with a preference for Portuguese or Spanish.

Additional Information:

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: The employee must meet the physical demands and work environment of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable those with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action:

Bristol Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran or military status, genetic information, gender identity, or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, TitleVII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or sexual violence shall be referred to the College's Title IX & Equity Compliance Officer, Emmanuel Echevarria at [email protected] or 774.357.2682; the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination; the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights.

Application Instructions:

TO APPLY: Please complete our online application by clicking on the "Apply" button. The position will be open to applicants until filled. Applications submitted within 10 calendar days of the posting date will receive priority consideration.

REQUIREMENTS TO COMPLETE APPLICATION PROCESS:

1) A completed Bristol Community College Employment Application.

2) A current resume/curriculum vitae.

3) A letter of interest that explains how your skills and experience meet the required qualifications of the position.  Only on-line applications will be considered.

All candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States. Bristol Community College is an institution that does not sponsor work authorization.

A pre-employment criminal background check will be conducted for all positions.

The college will independently verify education credentials as provided on the application. For certain positions that require a college degree, the hired candidate must supply official transcripts upon hire. Transcripts must include your name and degrees conferred.