The City University of New York (CUNY) is the nation's leading urban
public university serving more than 480,000 students in a wide range of
educational programs at 24 colleges and institutions in New York City.
Job ID: 9544
Regular/Temporary: Regular
GENERAL DUTIES
Performs highly-skilled laboratory functions and other technical duties in support of coursework.
- Sets up, maintains, and organizes student laboratories
- Assists students with setting up experiments and other learning exercises, and with the use of equipment and materials
- Maintains appropriate safety and hygiene standards
- Maintains required documentation related to laboratory activities
- Manages equipment and materials inventories.
Job Title Name: College Laboratory Technician
CONTRACT TITLE
College Laboratory Technician
FLSA
Non-exempt
CAMPUS SPECIFIC INFORMATION
The
Department of Natural Science is seeking a College Laboratory
Technician (Chemistry/Physics) to prepare chemicals and reagents for
classes as well as perform basic maintenance of equipment and purchasing
of supplies and chemicals. The CLT will also be required to participate
in Departmental and College-wide committees as well as support college
initiatives.
LaGuardia Community College, located in Long Island City, Queens, was
founded in 1971 as a bold experiment in opening the doors of higher
education to all, and we proudly carry forward that legacy today.
LaGuardia educates students through over 50 degree, certificate and
continuing education programs, providing an inspiring place for students
to achieve their dreams. Upon graduation, LaGuardia students' lives are
transformed as family income increases by 17%, and students transfer to
four-year colleges at three times the national average. Part of the
City University of New York (CUNY), LaGuardia is a nationally recognized
leader among community colleges for boundary-breaking success educating
underserved students. At LaGuardia, we imagine new ideas, create new
curricula and pioneer programs to make our community and our country
stronger. Visit www.laguardia.edu to learn more.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High
School Diploma with a minimum of four years' related experience.
Additional education may be used to meet the experience requirement: an
Associate degree may be substituted for two years experience, and a
Bachelor's degree may be substituted for four years experience.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
Experience
in the preparation of chemicals and reagents for Chemistry and Physics
labs as well as the ability to work effectively with students and staff
preferred.
COMPENSATION
Salary commensurate with experience.
BENEFITS
CUNY
offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible
dependents based on job title and classification. Employees are also
offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans. Part-time employees
must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to be eligible for
health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet
the eligibility criteria.
HOW TO APPLY
Visit www.cuny.edu,
access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and
search for this vacancy using the Job ID code 9544 or College
Laboratory Technician (Chemistry/Physics). Select "Apply Now" and
provide the requested information.
CLOSING DATE
1/24/2014
JOB SEARCH CATEGORY
CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
We
are committed to enhancing our diverse academic community by actively
encouraging people with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women to
apply. We take pride in our pluralistic community and continue to seek
excellence through diversity and inclusion. EO/AA Employer.
