Savannah Technical College seeks a part-time, Biology and Chemistry Laboratory Technician to assist with preparation of Biology and Chemistry courses at the Savannah Campus. This individual will report to the supervisor of the Biology and Chemistry labs in the General Studies Division.  The Professional Science Laboratory Technician will be responsible for the following duties (the list is not intended to be exhaustive):

• Assists instructors in setting up experiments and equipment for chemistry, and biology lab classes

• Ensuring safe work and learning environment by complying with OSHA regulations for handling hazardous materials, and follows waste regulations and proper procedures in the disposal of chemicals

• Properly sterilizing equipment and cleans glassware using the appropriate solvents and equipment (autoclave)

• Maintaining a set of solutions for specific lab activities

• Overseeing the inventory of lab equipment and supplies and maintaining the inventory spreadsheet

• Making media and inoculating media for the microbiology courses

• Preparing, setting up and taking down lab exam stations

• Responsible for setting up, adjusting, calibrating, cleaning, maintaining, repairing and troubleshooting laboratory equipment

• Responsible for preparing the lab for a new semester such as, refilling student supply drawers, cleaning lab coats, etc.

• Keeping the labs clean and organized

• Maintaining MSDS notebooks

• Preparing chemical solutions and compounds

• Troubleshooting experimentation using techniques, such as microscopy and chromatography

• Maintaining the acids/bases, flammable/corrosives cabinet and fume hoods

• Administrative duties: following up on supply purchases, work orders, making copies of worksheets or other materials needed for specific labs, receives/confirms shipments

• Candidates working towards a Bachelor’s degree in Biology or Chemistry with 12 credit hours in Biology and/or Chemistry

• Ability to demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Demonstrated organizational skills

• Demonstrated skills in usage of Microsoft Office Suite.

• Ability to work day and/or evening hours.  Typical work schedule is Monday-Thursday.

• Prefer candidates who possess a Bachelor’s degree in Biology or Chemistry or worked in a science lab at least one year.  

• Experience working in a Microbiology laboratory.

Physical Demands
Responsibilities are typically performed in a lab environment with the employee intermittently sitting, standing, walking, bending, pushing, and pulling for up to three (3) – four (4) continuous hours at a time.  The employee frequently lifts lightweight objects up to 25LBS.  The exposure to dirt, dust, chemicals, fumes, and hazardous materials is possible in the laboratory environment.  The ability to distinguish colors and finger dexterity is required. 

Salary/Benefits
Salary is commensurate with education and work experience. 

Application Deadline
Position considered open until filled.  Candidates must pass a criminal background check.  Applicants must submit an electronic application through Team Georgia Careers, and attach cover letter and resume (incomplete submissions will not be considered).  Please include your annual salary for each position held.

POSITION CONTINGENT UPON FUNDING AND ALLOCATION OF POSITION.

Note: No phone inquiries please.  Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to personally contact each applicant.  If we are interested in scheduling an interview, a representative from our college will contact you.

All male applicants between the ages of 18 and 26 years of age must present proof of Selective Service Registration.  Savannah Technical College is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam Era, or citizenship status (except those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). Invitation to Self-Identify  For compliance activities, contact Melissa Banks, Title IX and Equity Coordinator, Room A110 or (912) 443-3388, mbanks@savannahtech.edu.  Send written correspondence to Savannah Technical College, Attn:  Melissa Banks, 5717 White Bluff Road, Savannah, GA 31405.  STC is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award the associate degree.  Candidates may be required to submit a valid Driver’s License, proof of insurability, and/or a driver’s history report for positions involving state travel.