Laboratory Assistant I

Position Summary

Located 45 minutes from the Nation’s Capital, nestled in a history-rich community of southern Maryland, The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) is a two-time Aspen Award-winning institution (top 15% of Community Colleges) with academic programs in over 100 disciplines. CSM is among America’s top 100 producers of Minority Associate Degrees in twenty categories, according to Diverse Issues in Higher Education. CSM offers excellent health insurance benefits; State Retirement Pension plan; wellness programs; Code Green early closure Fridays in the summer; college closure for spring break and several major holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year; and for several days in March for Spring Break. We are an innovative institution committed to student success and well known for our flexibility to meet student and community needs.

The individual in this position sets up and supports the Science lab experiences, maintains maintenance and inventory of supplies, materials, and equipment; and communicates regularly with faculty teaching Science labs and with the Lab Coordinator. This individual participates in college and division pre-semester meetings and training as directed.

The work schedule for this position is 15 hours per week. Flexibility is required based on course needs.

The College of Southern Maryland conducts background checks in order to ensure the safety and well-being of the College's staff and students. The final candidate for this position will be subject to the following background checks: Criminal History Check and Sex Offender Registry Check.

This position is open until filled. The College of Southern Maryland is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

Responsible for the setup of Science course labs and other faculty-identified laboratory learning experiences under the direction of the Lab Coordinator.

Set up of Science lab equipment and technology: for example, virtual dissection tables, pH meters, autoclave, biological hoods.

Operate Science lab equipment and technology under faculty direction in support of student lab experiences.

Maintain an inventory of all equipment and supplies in the Science labs.

Anticipate supply and material replacement needs and communicate with Lab Coordinator in a reasonable time frame.

Coordinate cleaning, maintenance, and repair of all Science lab equipment with the Lab Coordinator.

Coordinate storage of supplies, equipment, and materials used in the Science labs.

Coordinate safety and disposal of sharps and biohazardous materials with the Lab Coordinator.

Communicate regularly with faculty teaching in the Science labs and with the Lab Coordinator.

Participate in college and division pre-semester meetings and training as directed.

Additional Duties:

Performs other related work as required.

Minimum Education and Training

High school diploma or GED required

Completion of science lab course work preferred

2 years' experience in science field preferred Minimum Qualifications and Standards Required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of equipment and supplies used in science field preferred

Ability to work with diverse populations required

Ability to work as a team member required

Proficient oral and written communication skills

Proficient in use of technology: personal computer, Microsoft Office products, internet

Physical Working Environment: Describe the physical working environment and list any hazardous and toxic substances used in the performance of duties.

Works in a physical/biological science lab

Various cleaning agents, 70% alcohol, silicone, sharps and gasses.

Must be able to lift at least 20lbs,

Use basic tools to calibrate equipment.

Work schedule is flexible based on course needs each semester. Work hours will be coordinated with the Lab Coordinator.