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    Biology Instruction - Bellevue, United States - Bellevue College

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    Description

    Position Summary

    This position provides and coordinates instructional support to the Biology (introductory biology courses, majors series, botany) and Molecular Biosciences laboratories. The position provides professional and technical support requiring knowledge of molecular biology including equipment, materials, techniques, and procedures. Under general direction, the position completes lab set-ups, maintains organized lab rooms and prep rooms, assists other technicians, and coordinates with faculty to modify and/or adapt experiments and demonstrations or implement new experiments and demonstrations. The position may assist with a variety of other science-related undergraduate courses, research courses, and community outreach programs.

    Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule

    Position Salary Range: $46,620/year - $62,592/year

    The salary information shown above is a general guideline only. The salary will be determined based on candidate's qualifications and related experience, as well as market and business considerations. Individuals newly hired to Classified position are placed in a salary range based on the WPEA Collective Bargaining Agreement.

    We offer comprehensive compensation package with salary and benefits as the main components. Competitive salary is within the Range stated above, and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Generous is offered through Washington State plans that includes multiple medical, dental, life and disability coverage choices for employees and dependents; choices of retirement and deferred compensation plans; paid holidays, sick, and vacation plans; transit program, reduced tuition, employee discounts and memberships, etc.

    The employee is scheduled to work 40 hours per workweek. This is a Classified, overtime eligible position and represented by the Washington Public Employee Association of Higher Education (WPEA-HE).

    About The College

    Bellevue College is a diverse student-centered, comprehensive and innovative college, committed to teaching excellence that advances the life-long educational development of its students while strengthening the economic, social and cultural life of its diverse community. Bellevue College is located just 10 miles east of Seattle where we serve a student population of over 54% students of color and over 1,300 international students. The college promotes student success by providing high-quality, flexible, accessible educational programs and services; advancing pluralism, inclusion and global awareness; and acting as a catalyst and collaborator for a vibrant region.

    We strive to create a vibrant and inclusive campus community that supports a diverse student body, faculty and staff. As an essential part of our , diversity, equity and pluralism are promoted and fostered in all aspects of college life. By enriching student life through leadership opportunities, personal learning and cultural experiences, we are committed to building an inclusive and diverse campus community that fosters creativity, innovation and student success.

    For more information, visit .

    About the Department

    The Bellevue College (BC) Science Division, by fostering an environment in which students, faculty and staff work collaboratively to expand students' knowledge in the disciplines of science and mathematics, seeks to provide students with a foundation to achieve their goals and to function as responsible and contributing members of the community.

    In support of its mission, the Science Division is committed to the following goals:

  • Create an environment that supports student success through instructor accessibility, small class sizes, well-supported lab facilities, creative and innovative pedagogy, and regular career and educational advising for students.
  • Provide a diversity of educational modes in a technologically modern, sustainable, student-centered environment.
  • Create an atmosphere that cultivates student literacy and life-long interest in science and mathematics through course-based and club-based on-campus activities and projects, participation in SAMI programs, and opportunities for student research and educational collaborations with members of the wider scientific/mathematical community.
  • Provide a diversity of course offerings from developmental to college level classes in order to provide access to and ongoing educational support for students of widely diverse age, gender identity, background, ethnicity, and cultural and socioeconomic status.
  • Cultivate students' understanding and appreciation for evidence- and logic-based reasoning both as a tool for academic success and scientific inquiry, and also as a critical tool for responsible civic life.
  • Teach leadership by example through active faculty participation in BC leadership, community engagement, professional accountability, and sustainable operations.
  • Support each faculty member's maintenance of disciplinary expertise by engaging in professional development, collaborative opportunities, and by supporting growth of our peers.
  • Essential Functions

    Perform lab preparation duties:

  • Prepare and set up equipment, materials, and chemical solutions in support of lab courses.
  • Responsible for lab coordination, support, purchasing, and prep room functions.
  • Organize and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines as set forth in lab schedules.
  • Maintain and develop lecture demonstrations; test lab experiment procedures.
  • Use safety procedures in handling hazardous materials and properly dispose of chemical and biological waste.
  • Advise faculty and students of potential safety problems with equipment or chemicals.
  • Operate, maintain, and repair lab equipment and instrumentation.
  • Train faculty and students in the use of equipment and advanced instruments.
  • Work collaboratively with faculty and staff.
  • Perform lab monitoring duties:

  • Provide clean and organized labs and materials.
  • Maintain control over assigned space, equipment, materials, and chemicals.
  • Maintain safe working environment; understand and follow applicable laws, regulations, and established standards.
  • Monitor lab to ensure compliance with safety policy.
  • Develop standard operating procedures and laboratory policies.
  • Assist in development of safe lab procedures.
  • Maintain lab supplies and equipment needs:

  • Determine need for materials, equipment, and instruments necessary to support assigned lab course loads.
  • Request and dispense supplies, materials, and equipment.
  • Maintain stock levels and inventory records.
  • May coordinate with outside vendors.
  • Support faculty with lab related projects:

  • Assist in innovative lab development.
  • Provide professional and technical assistance to support a variety of lab and research courses.
  • Provide assistance to faculty and students in use of advanced instrumentation.
  • Other duties as assigned:

  • Participate in campus-wide events or training.
  • Participate in campus governance.
  • Participate in other campus committees.
  • Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree with a major in biology, molecular biology, genetics, or equivalent STEM degree, from an accredited college or university. Any combination of relevant education and/or experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis
  • Minimum two (2) years' experience as a scientific lab technician or equivalent experience in a graduate program
  • Experience working with chemicals in a laboratory setting; handling chemical and biological waste
  • Experience working with and knowledge of safe laboratory practices
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and projects, manage and organize supplies, and multi-task to assist others
  • Demonstrated experience working with diverse colleagues including faculty and/or students in a collaborative and inclusive environment
  • Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Ability to lift to 50lbs
  • Ability to work on feet for an extended period
  • Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience supporting project-based or research-based labs in molecular biology.
  • Experience working with instrumentation including microscopes and genetic analyzers.
  • Experience with DNA preparation, PCR, sterile procedure, and media preparation
  • Experience working in a higher education laboratory environment.
  • Experience with the design and construction of laboratory materials and equipment.
  • Significant coursework in molecular biology or genetics.

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