Laboratory Technician: Safe Lab Ops & Student Support

First Nations Jobs Online; Palm Desert (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

College of the Desert invites applications for a Laboratory Technician to support instructional laboratories at the Palm Desert Campus. This full-time position emphasizes safe handling of laboratory materials, preparation and setup of lab activities, and collaboration with faculty to ensure smooth operation of the science and business instruction labs.

The successful candidate will assist instructors, maintain equipment and supplies, and uphold high standards of safety, accuracy, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma with some college coursework and four years' related experience (minimum one year in a lab).
• Knowledge of laboratory safety regulations and hazardous materials handling.
• Strong record-keeping and ability to follow directions.

Responsibilities

• Assist instructors in planning, organizing, preparing and presenting classroom and laboratory materials.
• Set up supplies and equipment for demonstrations and experiments.
• Tutor students individually or in small groups.
• Oversee safety and security of instructional materials and equipment.
• Maintain laboratory environment in a safe, clean and orderly condition.
• Administer and score tests as assigned; maintain student records and reports.

Skills

Laboratory operations

Safety compliance

Equipment handling

Education

High school diploma with some college coursework

Four years’ experience in related field (1+ lab year)

Job description

College of the Desert invites applications for a Laboratory Technician to support instructional laboratories at the Palm Desert Campus. This full-time position emphasizes safe handling of laboratory materials, preparation and setup of lab activities, and collaboration with faculty to ensure smooth operation of the science and business instruction labs.

The successful candidate will assist instructors, maintain equipment and supplies, and uphold high standards of safety, accuracy, and