Job Description
Laboratory Technician St. John's, established in 1870, has three New York City campuses; international locations in Rome, Italy; Limerick, Ireland; and Paris, France; and study abroad locations around the world. The Princeton Review and other top rankings consistently recognize the University's outstanding academics, diverse student body, dynamic internship, and volunteer opportunities, focus on student life, and diverse study abroad offerings. St. John's University offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programs in its six colleges and schools, with a growing number of programs offered online. The University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and 12 other major academic and professional associations.
A dedication to diversity, equity and inclusion is at the heart of our mission. As a Catholic and Vincentian university, St. John's is committed to institutionalizing practices of inclusive excellence to ensure that we welcome and celebrate the intrinsic worth of all members of our community. We will become an even stronger university as we enhance equity at every level of our institution. Our graduates will excel in the competencies and values needed for leadership and service in a rapidly evolving world.
Department Biology
Specific Job Title Laboratory Technician
Reports to Biology Department Chair, Dianella Howarth
Campus Queens
Job Summary This laboratory technician position is supervised by the Biology Chairperson and works closely with two other laboratory technicians and our lab coordinator. The technician organizes and maintains all Microbiology and Introductory laboratory class schedules with course coordinators and class instructors and sets up all Microbiology lab materials. The position additionally helps set up the introductory biology labs and helps maintain common departmental equipment.
Essential Functions Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Organize a detailed schedule for lab classes with course coordinator
Schedule and organize the class activities with each class
Supervise, train, and observe any student workers for lab preparations and biohazard handling
Prepare class materials such as media, equipment, supplies, and microorganism strains
Order all class materials ahead of time based on class schedule
Assist in the lab activities as needed to ensure lab runs smoothly
Maintain biohazard wastes (liquid, solid, and sharps) and biohazard waste containers daily
Handle the upkeep, repair, and operation of all laboratory teaching instruments
Coordinate operation and maintenance for the autoclave machines
Maintain safe environment in the teaching laboratories
Facilities maintenance - report repair needs to Facilities and keep track of their completion.
Maintain service contracts for designated instructional laboratory equipment (microscopes, micropipettors, centrifuges, etc.); manage contracts, service calls, and calibration schedules, as necessary.
Help test new lectures and laboratory experiments.
Perform other duties to fulfill the department's needs as required by the Department Chair or Laboratory Coordinator.
Competencies
Organizational skills (maintain schedules and contracts and purchase reagents in advance of classes)
Ability to plan and carry out tasks that span multiple weeks (Work with instructors to plan labs, some of which require >1-week advance preparation)
Adaptability and troubleshooting ability (sometimes a multi-day lab prep goes wrong and must be replaced quickly)
Good observation and attention (Be aware when reagents begin to run low or are insufficient for classes, when equipment needs servicing, etc.)
Good interpersonal and management skills (Position requires supervising lab instructors)
Proficiency in software such as Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
Specific technical skills
Basic molecular biology skills
Expertise with microbiology
Expertise in introductory biology labs
Cleaning and sterilizing glassware
Supervisory Responsibility The position does not have an official supervisory role for employees. However, this position manages 8-16 instructors for microbiology each semester.
Work Environment This position operates in a standard microbiology laboratory environment and is required to work with biohazardous chemicals and materials as well as standard laboratory equipment such as centrifuges, incubators, and heat baths. This position also operates in general lab spaces with communal equipment for teaching and research, utilizing and maintaining equipment such as autoclaves, ultracentrifuges, -80 freezers, etc.
This position additionally operates in a professional office environment and is required to use standard office equipment such as personal computers, copiers, printers, etc.
Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; move about; sit; to carry work and use controls; reach with hands and arms; wear personal protective equipment; climb stairs; communicate. The employee must occasionally lift or move more than 50 lbs. The employee will need to handle, package, sterilize, and dispose of containers for biological and biohazardous waste. While performing the duties of this job, the employee must work with standard laboratory chemicals and reagents.
Specific vision abilities required by the employee include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus, etc.
Environmental Conditions The work environment will involve the use of laboratory chemicals, including acids, irritants, dyes and stains, biological materials, and odorous chemicals. The environment will include interacting with sharp containers and biohazardous waste containers. The laboratory technician will work with the Environmental Health and Safety office on campus to ensure a safe environment for themselves, instructors, and students.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work This position is full-time. It requires a flexible schedule to coordinate with and support the departmental lab courses. This will generally fall within Monday through Friday, from 8:30 to 4:30 but may fluctuate depending on specific lab needs.
Required Education and Experience
A BS in Biology or Chemistry required
Must have some biology laboratory experience
Good computer skills with proficiency in Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
Ability to interact professionally with diverse groups of students, instructors, and support staff
Ability to manage, supervise, and monitor instructors for undergraduate teaching labs
Preferred Education and Experience
MS in Biology or related field preferred
Preference for candidates that have teaching and laboratory teaching experience, particularly in microbiology
Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual salary range for this position is $48,700-$51,400. St. John's University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.
This position may be relocated to any of St. John's University's physical locations at any time.
St. John's offers a competitive compensation program which is commensurate with your qualifications, experience, and contingent upon the departmental budget. We also offer an extremely comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our workforce. Along with exceptional benefits such as medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability insurance, tuition remission, generous 403(b) employer contribution, employee assistance program, and liberal paid time off policies, faculty and staff can also enjoy St. John's performing arts, libraries, bookstores, dining facilities, campus recreation and sporting events
Any offer of employment is subject to receipt by St. John's University of satisfactory references, verification of employment and education.
St. John's University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from women and minorities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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About St. John's University
St. John's University is Catholic, Vincentian and Metropolitan. We are committed to attracting, motivating, and retaining a highly qualified and diverse workforce to support our mission of academic excellence and the pursuit of wisdom. Known for over 100 years of proud athletic tradition, our Big East excitement keeps Red Storm fans cheering. Ranked among America's top universities by The Princeton Review, St. John's University educates leaders for today's global society through quality academics, high-tech resources and an expanding international presence. With 1,500 Faculty and 1,400 Administrators/Staff, St. John's is a leading Catholic University in the Vincentian tradition, dedicated to making a positive difference in people's lives through active engagement in issues of energy and resource conservation, social justice and global citizenship. These values enhance the academic experience of more than 20,000 undergraduate and graduate students on three residential New York City campuses in Queens, Staten Island and Manhattan; a graduate center in Oakdale, NY; an international campus in Paris, France and Rome, Italy; and learning centers in other locations worldwide.
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