Location: Fort Myers,FL, USA
Job Summary
The Laboratory Technician provides operation and maintenance of teaching laboratory facilities and equipment in the Department of Biological Sciences. Performs all procedures necessary to maintain a safe, uninterrupted work environment in accordance with departmental, university, and national safety guidelines. Supports student success by contributing to the creation of a high-quality learning environment and continuous improvement and innovation.
FGCU is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity and Access Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, genetic predisposition, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, veteran status, and any other protected class(es), as required by applicable state and federal law, as well as University regulations and policies.
Job Description
Typical duties may include but are not limited to:
* Prepares and maintains laboratories facilities for teaching instruction.
* Prepares solvents, solutions, reagents, and apparatuses according to faculty guidelines.
* Maintains clean laboratories facilities.
* Responsible for set up and breakdown of equipment.
* Participates in environmental health and safety audits, maintains accurate records, and ensures compliance with safety regulations of science laboratories.
* Provides training on proper usage of laboratory equipment and safe laboratory practices including safe handling and disposal of biohazardous materials, and standard policies and protocols for reporting unusual events.
* Performs routine maintenance and inspections to ensure optimum calibration and condition of equipment.
* Maintains supplies for laboratory courses and replenish stocks of solvents, reagents, and solutions. Ensures chemicals are stored in the correct manner according to safety codes, regulations, and best practices.
* Maintains accurate records on equipment maintenance and acquisition of supplies.
* Trains and supervises student lab assistants on the proper use of laboratory equipment, chemicals, and all applicable safety protocols.
* Assists in the development of laboratory standard operating procedures.
Other Duties
* Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Additional Job Description
Minimum Requirements for a Lab Technician Level II:
* This position requires either four years of directly related full-time experience or, as an alternative, an Associate's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization (or equivalent coursework in a relevant field of study) and two years of full-time experience directly related to the job functions.
* Relevant full-time experience in a laboratory setting.
* Experience operating a personal computer and proficient with Microsoft Office (Work, Excel, and Outlook).
* Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered.
Minimum Requirements for a Lab Technician Level III:
* This position requires either six years of directly related full-time experience or, as an alternative, an Associate's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization (or equivalent coursework in a relevant field of study) and four years of full-time experience directly related to the job functions.
* Full-time experience in a laboratory setting.
* Experience operating a personal computer and proficient with Microsoft Office (Work, Excel, and Outlook).
* Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
* Knowledge of the use and maintenance of laboratory facilities and/or equipment.
* Knowledge of laboratory and experimental protocols and procedures.
* Knowledge of inventory control principles and methods.
* Knowledge of applicable safety standards, guidelines, and protocols.
* Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
* Excellent organizational skills and an ability to prioritize and complete simultaneous projects within deadlines.
* Ability to prepare stock chemicals according to given standards.
* Ability to understand and follow directions.
* Ability to maintain records and perform basic mathematical calculations.
* Ability to work successfully as both a member of a team and independently with minimal supervision.
* Ability to interact in a professional manner with a diverse group of staff, faculty, students, and the community in a service-oriented environment.
* Ability to collaborate with classroom instructors to ensure delivery of a quality laboratory experience to students in a laboratory/classroom setting.
* Ability to prepare and set-up appropriate laboratory materials and equipment for various laboratory activities.
* Ability to utilize, calibrate, configure and/or troubleshoot laboratory equipment and instruments.
* Able to work an irregular schedule as needed, including evenings and weekends, to accommodate class scheduling.
* Ability to thrive in an organization that values the diversity of its student body and workforce and actively promotes an equitable environment.
Applicants will be evaluated for roles as either Lab Technician II or Lab Technician III based on their qualifications.