Laboratory Preparator
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- California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt
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- Arcata
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Laboratory Preparator
Humboldt State University
College of Natural Resources & Sciences:
Department of Biological Sciences
Location: Arcata, CA
Open Date: Mar 12, 2019
Close Date: Tuesday, March 26, 2019
(Job #18-76) Instructional Support Technician II, Laboratory Preparator, $3,123-$5,485/month. Appointments are normally made at the beginning of the salary range. This is a temporary, full-time, benefitted, 10/12 pay plan (work 10 months with pay and benefits over 12 months) position in the Department of Biological Sciences. Anticipated starting date is August 1, 2019.
Position Summary: The Laboratory Preparator provides instructional classroom support in the areas of microbiology, genetics, cell and molecular biology, and general biology, as well as other instructional support for independent study and courses in botany as required. This position maintains approximately 800 bacterial, viral, and eukaryotic stock cultures for approximately twelve supported classes. Duties include the preparation of media, reagents, laboratory supplies, and live microbiological and biological cultures; the set-up and breakdown of labs in microbiology and general biology; ordering of supplies; and the supervision of student assistants. The incumbent is also responsible for first line maintenance and repair of minor equipment used in conjunction with the classrooms supported.
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Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: Equivalent to three years of experience producing materials or supplies or repairing equipment in a Biological Sciences discipline. Two years of college with 16 semester units in courses involving extensive use of materials, supplies, or equipment in a Biological Sciences discipline may be substituted for one year of the required experience. Four years of college with 16 semester units in courses involving extensive use of materials, supplies, or equipment and in a Biological Sciences discipline may be substituted for two years of the required experience. At least one year of experience in the preparation and quality control of microbiological media and reagents and the handling of bacterial, viral, and eukaryotic microorganisms is required.
The ability to occasionally work irregular hours, including evenings and weekends, is a condition of employment.
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Application Instructions
Application Procedure: To apply, qualified candidates must electronically submit the following materials by clicking the "Apply Now" button to the right:
(NOTE: Download the HSU Employment History Form and save it as a PDF file prior to filling it out. If the form is filled out on line (accessed via a web browser), content WILL NOT be saved).
Application Deadline: The deadline to submit application materials is 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, March 26, 2018. To be notified in the event this recruitment re-opens for a subsequent review of applications, send an email to careers@humboldt.edu that includes the job number (18-76) and applicant's last name in the subject line of the message.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Humboldt State University is a Title IX/Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
HSU is committed to enriching its educational environment and its culture through the diversity of its staff, faculty, and administration. Persons with interest and experience in helping organizations set and achieve goals relative to diversity and inclusion are especially encouraged to apply.
It is the responsibility of the applicant to provide complete and accurate employment information. Evidence of required degree(s), certifications(s), or licenses(s) will be required prior to the appointment date. Incorrect or improperly completed applications will not be considered for vacancies. Any reference in this announcement to required periods of experience or education is full-time activity. Part-time experience or education (or activities only part of which are qualifying) will receive proportionate credit. In accordance with applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements, preference may be given to the campus applicants covered by these agreements. However, positions are open to all interested applicants, both on and off campus, unless otherwise stated.
A background check (including a criminal records check, employment verification, and education verification) must be completed satisfactorily as a condition of employment with the CSU. Certain positions may also require a credit check, motor vehicle report, and/or fingerprinting through Live Scan service. Adverse findings from a background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
Compliance with the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA) and CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised July 21, 2017 (EO 1083) is a condition of employ-ment. CSU employees in positions with duties that involve regular contact with children or positions which supervise such employees are designated as Mandated Reporters under CANRA and are required to comply with the requirements set forth in EO 1083. Upon appointment to this position, the successful candidate(s) will be notified of and required to acknowledge their CANRA reporting status.
Additionally, all CSU staff and faculty receive training annually on their obligations in responding to and reporting incidents of sexual harassment and sexual violence. You will be notified by email when you are required to take this mandated training.
New faculty employees hired by the CSU for the first time who first become CalPERS members on or after July 1, 2017 are subject to a 10-year vesting period for retiree health and dental benefits. Staff employees covered under bargaining agreements 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, C99, E99, M80 and M9 hired by the CSU for the first time who first become CalPERS members on or after July 1, 2018 are subject to a 10-year vesting period for retiree health and dental benefits
If accommodations need to be made during the recruitment and interview process, please contact Human Resources at (707) 826-3626 or hsuhr@humboldt.edu
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Organization
Founded as a school to train teachers in 1913, Humboldt State University was one of the first campuses of what would become the 23-campus California State University (CSU). It is located in Arcata along the California North Coast where the Redwood forests meet the Pacific ocean. Humboldt is a beautiful campus with a friendly and welcoming community. More than 550 full- and part-time faculty members teach 8,700 students in the arts, humanities, social sciences, natural sciences and professional programs. The University offers over 100 undergraduate, graduate and pre-professional programs.
Humboldt is known for its favorable student-faculty ratios, an emphasis on social and environmental responsibility, high rates of job placements and the rate at which students go on to earn doctoral degrees. Humboldt also boasts an unusually high proportion of graduates serving in the Peace Corps and managing public and nonprofit service organizations. Humboldt has consistently been cited among the top 10 percent of regional colleges and universities in the United States by a number of national publications, including U.S. News & World Report, Money, and Making A Difference College Guide.
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