Assistant II, Laboratory

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 22,844 - 32,535; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking an Assistant II, Laboratory at Northwest Campus. This part-time temporary position offers a starting pay of $20.10 per hour, with a flexible evening work schedule of up to 19.5 hours per week.

Responsibilities include maintaining equipment, assisting students in laboratory classes, and preparing materials for lab setups. Candidates must have a high school diploma and three years of relevant experience in a laboratory environment.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience related to essential performance tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist students and faculty in laboratory classes.
• Maintain and prepare equipment for laboratory use.
• Ensure safety and housekeeping protocols are followed.
• Inventory and order laboratory supplies.

Skills

Ability to assist in laboratory settings

Strong organizational skills

Excellent customer service

Proficiency in software applications

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Title

Assistant II, Laboratory

Department

NW Bus Tech & Transportation

Campus Location

Northwest Campus

Employee Classification

ISP - Instructional Sup

Position Type

PT - Temporary

Grant Funded

No

Compensation Details

Starting Pay - $20.10

Work Hours

Preferred work schedule evenings 5:00pm -10:00pm; Flexibility is required, as evening and weekend hours may be necessary based on department needs

Remote Eligible

This position is not eligible for remote work

Special Instructions to Applicant

This is a part‑time temporary position, with a maximum of 19.5 hrs. per week.

Job Summary

This role is responsible for working with students in laboratory classes, maintaining equipment as well as preparing materials and providing lab setups.

Essential Performance Requirements

• Consult with faculty laboratory coordinator to determine equipment purchase priorities based on budget allowances, condition of existing equipment, and scheduled laboratory activities
• Prepare and put in place equipment scheduled for use during laboratory teaching sessions
• Demonstrate care and use of equipment
• Train teaching staff and students in application and use of new equipment
• Diagnose equipment malfunctions and dismantle and repair equipment when possible
• Confere with teaching staff periodically to evaluate new equipment and methods
• Maintain reference materials used by students
• Maintain and prepare classrooms, materials and apparatuses commonly used in chemistry and physics laboratories
• Inventory, order, and check in materials and supplies and ensure that good safety, housekeeping and security practices are adhered to at all times
• Assist with registration

Service Excellence

• Attend the workplace regularly, report to work punctually, and follow a work schedule to keep up with the demands of the work site
• Complete all required training and professional development sessions sponsored through Tarrant County College (TCC)
• Support the mission, values, goals, and principles of the College

Supervision

Works under the general supervision of department leadership

Other Related Tasks

Performs other related tasks as required

Required Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED
• Three (3) years of working experience related to the Essential Performance Requirements

Preferred Qualifications

None specified

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to assist students and users in a laboratory setting and to work with faculty and staff in planning, organizing, and maintaining the laboratory for the benefit of all
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal relationships
• Computerized application and enterprise system proficiency, including word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and climb or balance. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Accommodation/EEO Statement

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.