Chemistry Lab Lead & Instructional Support Specialist

Yosemite Community College District; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits for employee andDepend

Vision and dental insurance

Life and income protection

Job summary

Columbia College in Sonora, CA seeks an Instructional Support Specialist - Chemistry to lead technical support in the chemistry lab, assist instructors, and manage chemical inventory for the science programs.

The role emphasizes maintaining safe learning environments, preparing labs, and coordinating with faculty to support complex instructional activities and student learning outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience with chemistry laboratories and managing inventories.
• Ability to supervise and lead workshop staff.
• Knowledge of safety practices for chemical lab environments.
• Ability to prepare chemical solutions and assist instructors in labs.

Responsibilities

• Receives, inventories, and stores all chemistry supplies and equipment.
• Prepares chemical reagents and solutions for exercises.
• Assists faculty by preparing complex instructional materials and coordinating activities.
• Maintains safety and organization of learning spaces and equipment.
• Maintains inventories and records for the chemistry program.

Skills

Chemistry lab operations

Student instruction methods

Supervision and leadership

Chemistry knowledge

Laboratory safety

Laboratory equipment operation

English language proficiency

Education

Associate degree with inorganic/organic chemistry coursework

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related field (preferred)

Tools

Chemical inventory management

Laboratory equipment operation

Job description

Columbia College in Sonora, CA seeks an Instructional Support Specialist - Chemistry to lead technical support in the chemistry lab, assist instructors, and manage chemical inventory for the science programs.

The role emphasizes maintaining safe learning environments, preparing labs, and coordinating with faculty to support complex instructional activities and student learning outcomes.