Participate in the planning and implementation of laboratory exercises, experiments and procedures; implement new or modified policies and procedures as required.

Prepare for laboratory demonstrations; set up laboratory apparatus; assist students in the use of a variety of laboratory equipment and instruments; ensure student compliance with laboratory policies, procedures and safety precautions; demonstrate proper care and cleaning procedures for laboratory equipment.

Assist instructors in developing experiments and laboratory activities; develop and prepare lab practicum tests, study sheets, visual instructional aides, sample exercises and exams, and laboratory experiments.

Provide assistance to students on a variety of laboratory and course related matters; review student work in progress and assist in resolving technical experimentation problems.

Assist instructors, staff and students in the use of a variety of laboratory equipment, materials and supplies in an instructional setting; monitor students involved in laboratory activities; ensure student compliance with laboratory policies, procedures and safety precautions; demonstrate safety and emergency procedures in class and laboratory situations.

Maintain a clean and safe learning environment; diagnose and repair malfunctioning laboratory equipment; maintain, clean and test equipment relating to biology, chemistry and various other experimentation and study including microscopes, balances, lasers, cameras, vacuum pumps, optical systems, computers, hand power tools, telescopes, meters, generators and heaters.

Oversee and participate in the ordering and maintenance of supplies, materials and equipment; acquire and maintain an inventory of materials for instructional programs including but not limited to a variety of specimen collections, chemicals, laboratory supplies, glassware, books, slides and films; store, discard and rotate materials according to standard procedures; receive, assemble and test new equipment.

Participate in budget preparation and administration; prepare cost estimates for budget recommendations; submit justifications for budget items; monitor and control expenditures.

May oversee and provide lead direction to Lab Technician positions, part time hourly staff and student volunteers.

Prepare solutions and mixtures of chemicals for assigned laboratory use; dispense and label chemicals in appropriate containers.

Monitor and dispose of chemicals and chemical waste; identify, collect and store unwanted and expired chemicals according to established safety guidelines and procedures.

Maintain de-ionized water purification system; maintain contract with outside vendor; read and log usage; monitor system for maintenance needs.

Check out and collect borrowed equipment including microscopes, lenses, balances, power tools, magnifiers, calculators and study sets; inspect equipment and materials for proper condition upon return.

Provide for and maintain a suitable environment for a variety of living organisms utilized in lab experiments; feed, clean and monitor organisms and maintain records of condition.

Prepare and sterilize specialized media for growth of bio hazardous microorganisms; maintain bacteria and microorganisms under safe and sterile conditions; perform proper decontamination and disposal of all microbial and fungal bio hazardous waste.

Respond to inquiries and requests for information; answer phones; relay messages for faculty and staff.

Respond to laboratory emergencies including injuries and chemical spills; serve as floor monitor during evacuations.

• Education/Training:
• Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in math, science, engineering or a related field.
• Experience:
• Three years of increasingly responsible experience in monitoring and implementing a laboratory program.