Laboratory Assistant - Southeast Campus

Tennessee Board of Regents; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Motlow College seeks a Lab Assistant at the Southeast Campus to provide laboratory support and guidance to full-time faculty and adjuncts for biology and chemistry courses.

This role sets up labs, prepares specimens, operates autoclave and related equipment, maintains inventory, assists in purchasing, and supports multiple campuses with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.
• Minimum of three years of professional lab experience required.
• Knowledge of biological procedures and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Set up supplies, materials and equipment for biology and chemistry labs.
• Prepare specimens, cultures and slides for biology, anatomy and physiology and microbiology labs.
• Operate the autoclave and other associated lab equipment.
• Assist with and maintain inventory in the science area; assist other campuses as needed.
• Prepare purchase orders and receive shipments for the sciences.
• Assist instructors during laboratory sessions and support additional campuses as necessary.
• Perform minor repairs of equipment.

Skills

Laboratory procedures

Safety practices

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Job description

Title: Lab Assistant, Southeast Campus

POSITION SUMMARY

This position provides a broad range of specialized laboratory support and guidance to full-time faculty and adjuncts for laboratory science courses.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs job duties from the assigned campus or work location. Works independently under the direction of science faculty. Sets up supplies, materials and equipment for biology and chemistry laboratories, both for individual stations and for instructor-led demonstrations. Prepares specimens, cultures and slides for biology, anatomy and physiology and microbiology labs. Operates the autoclave and other associated lab equipment. Assists with and maintains inventory in the science area at the Southeast campus. Assists other campuses with inventory of equipment as needed. Prepares purchase orders and receives shipments for the sciences. Assists instructors during laboratory sessions, when appropriate. Assists in other science areas as necessary. Responsible for supporting additional campuses in Davidson County. Occasional travel to other campuses required. Performs minor repairs of equipment.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Minimum of three years of professional lab experience is required

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Prior experience in a higher education setting

Knowledge of biology or a related area, such as medical laboratory technology, veterinary science, etc.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of biological procedures and techniques, including safety practices and material handling. Ability to maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, faculty, staff, students and the general public. Ability to work effectively with minimal direct supervision. Strong communication skills. Ability to multi-task and be responsive to time-sensitive requests.

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Rate of Pay:

$43,653.00 to $52,375.00 annually, depending on experience

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application process. Official transcripts are required upon hire. Applicants may be subject to a background check.