Lab Assistant, Laboratory Techniques Lab (Looking to hire immediately)

Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 38,312 - 54,565; Part time

Job summary

Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College invites applications for a Lab Assistant, Laboratory Techniques Lab (Looking to hire immediately). This adjunct position supports undergraduate students in the Veterinary Medical Technology Program, teaching and supervising in class and lab settings.

Duties include supervising students, developing teaching materials, assisting in lab, ensuring safety and OSHA compliance, and collaborating on curriculum updates with faculty.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree from a regionally accredited veterinary technology program.
• Unrestricted licensure with the North Carolina Veterinary Medical Board.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and assist students in classroom, lab and/or clinical environments to ensure safety and learning.
• Suggest or develop teaching materials, activities and handouts for the course.
• Assist in lab activities and equipment usage.
• Collaborate with department staff on curriculum revisions reflecting current trends and AVMA/VT education standards.
• Abide by College/Department policies and objectives.
• Participate in assessment and evaluation activities to improve instructional quality; ensure OSHA compliance.

Skills

Teaching

Supervision

Lab assistance

Education

Associate’s degree in veterinary technology

Bachelor’s degree in veterinary technology

Job description

Lab Assistant, Laboratory Techniques Lab (Looking to hire immediately)

Position Summary Information

Position Title

Lab Assistant, Laboratory Techniques Lab (Looking to hire immediately)

Employment Category Adjunct

Contract Length N/A

Expected Work Schedule Variable

Anticipated Days Tuesday and Wednesday

Anticipated Hours 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Anticipated Hours per Week 10

The incumbent in this position will assist with college courses for undergraduate students in the Veterinary Medical Technology Program. This individual must possess the knowledge and skills to teach and supervise students in classroom and lab settings. They must also exhibit a positive attitude toward students and the teaching process, and serve as a positive and professional role model.

Duties

• Supervise and assist students in classroom, lab and/or clinical environments incorporating knowledge, expertise and flexibility to ensure safety and student learning.
• Suggest/help develop teaching materials, activities and handouts for the course assigned.
• Assist in lab
• Collaborate with departmental personnel in curriculum revisions/updates which reflect changing trends, information and technologies and ensure compliance with the American Veterinary Association, Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities approved standards for the curriculum and the Criteria of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
• Abide by policies, standards, goals and objectives of the College and Department.
• Participate in assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation activities to improve the instructional quality of the program.
• Practice, teach and supervise students to facilitate compliance with OSHA standards related to veterinary medicine.
• Maintain professional certification (RVT licensure in the state of NC) and seek opportunities for professional development through study, seminars, and/or on-the-job practice.
• Serve as resource to veterinary community and community at large.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree from a regionally accredited veterinary technology program
• Unrestricted licensure with the North Carolina Veterinary Medical Board.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited veterinary technology program;
• Teaching experience at the college level;
• Teaching experience with veterinary technology students.

Salary Range

Salary Range $33.71 per contact hour for 10 hours

Start Date

Keep Open Until Filled Yes

Review Date: (Application should be submitted by 8:00 a.m. EST on this date for consideration)

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts
• License(s)

Optional Documents

• Other Document
• Veterans Preference, if applicable
• Resume
• Unofficial Transcripts 2

Sunnicrest Building, 340 Victoria Road Asheville, NC 28801

Office Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.