Part-Time Biology Laboratory Course Technician - Hofstra University : Job Details

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Position Title Part-Time Biology Laboratory Course Technician Position Number 896385 School/Division Hofstra College of Liberal Arts and Sciences-Natural Science Department Full-Time or Part-Time Part-Time Description

Reporting to the Biology Laboratory Director, the part-time Laboratory Course Technician will work with faculty and the full-time laboratory technician to organize laboratory materials for several undergraduate classes, including Medical Microbiology and General Biology I and II (introductory biology). This position is expected to begin mid-January 2025, and the technician will be expected to work about 20 hours per week during the spring and fall semesters.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

* Prepares media and microbial cultures for microbiology laboratory classes.

* Prepares solutions, molecular reagents, and other materials necessary for various laboratory classes in collaboration with the full-time laboratory technician.

* Organizes and maintains adequate stock of laboratory chemicals and general laboratory supplies.

* Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree required.

* Minimum one year microbiology and molecular biology experience (as a student or through employment).

* Excellent organizational and time management skills

* Experience with common molecular biology and microbiology laboratory equipment and procedures.

* Proficiency with word processing and spreadsheet software.

* Successful candidates will have demonstrated a commitment to promoting equity, diversity and inclusion in an educational environment.

Preferred Qualifications

* Molecular, cell, genetics, or microbiology research experience preferred.

Special Instructions Deadline Open Until Filled Date Posted 11/15/2024 EEO Statement

Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering diversity in its faculty, administrative staff and student body, and encourages applications from the entire spectrum of a diverse community.

Salary/Salary Range $21.00 - $23.00 per hour

Additional Information

Hofstra University provides the above salary* as a good faith estimate of the starting pay range which considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience and education. In addition to the salary offered, we offer a collegial and inclusive culture, and a benefits program which includes generous paid time off, paid holidays, tuition remission for employees and eligible dependents, and a retirement plan with University contributions.

* Salary ranges indicated for positions covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement are in accordance with the CBA.