Laboratory Technician: Science - Temporary, Part-Time

Pima Community College Foundation Inc.; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Pima Community College Foundation Inc. is seeking part-time Sciences Laboratory Technician support across multiple PCC campuses. Responsibilities include preparing equipment and materials for class activities, maintaining lab inventories, and organizing essential lab documents.

The role involves adapting to evenings and weekends as needed to support the Science department. The position targets candidates with a High School Diploma or GED and 1–3 years in a lab setting, with preferred AS/BS in

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 years of related laboratory experience or an equivalent combination of certification/education/experience.
• Preferred: Associate degree in Applied Science or related field; Bachelor’s in Chemistry or Biology.
• Experience with laboratory safety and equipment handling is desired.

Responsibilities

• Prepare equipment and laboratory materials for classroom activities, demonstrations, and labs.
• Assist with inventory of supplies, equipment, and materials for daily lab operations.
• Organize and maintain laboratory documents essential for experiments and data.
• Prepare safety data for classroom use and ensure proper PPE usage.
• Set up classrooms and learning labs for student use during operating hours; clean and disinfect equipment and workspace.

Skills

Lab safety

Communication skills

Organization

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree (preferred)

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or Biology (preferred)

3–5 years laboratory experience in higher education

Tools

Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)

Job description

Hours Per Week: Up to 19.5 hours per week Department: Science - Multi Campus The Sciences Laboratory Technician provides lab services for the College's Science department. Prepares equipment and laboratory materials for classroom activities, demonstrations, and lab exercises. Assists with the inventory of supplies, equipment, and other materials needed for the daily operations of the lab. There are opportunities available at multiple PCC campuses. The work schedule for this position may include working evenings and weekends.

About Temporary Employment:

This position has 2 vacant positions and will establish a qualified applicant pool for part-time temporary positions. Applications will remain active for 6 months to a year and selected candidates may be contacted as positions become available or when immediate staffing needs arise. Placement in the pool does not guarantee employment. The applicant pool will be refreshed annually. Temporary applicants may be hired for specific assignments or placed in an applicant pool for future opportunities, depending on enrollment levels and business needs. If selected from this pool of applicants, candidates contacted will receive details regarding the specific assignment and will have the opportunity to confirm interest and availability. We are seeking dedicated part-time temporary employees to join our qualified applicant pool. Selected candidates will be considered for placement as positions become available or when immediate staffing needs arise. Part-time temporary roles offer flexible scheduling and the opportunity to support a diverse population of students in achieving their educational goals. Assists in the preparation and maintenance of various equipment, instructional media, subculturing and maintaining protist cultures, and other materials used for class exercises, experiments, and demonstrationsOrganizes, develops, and maintains laboratory documents essential for lab experiments. Prepares and disseminates safety data for classroom usePrepares classrooms and learning labs for student use during operating hours, cleans and disinfects equipment and workspace, and locks and unlocks doors to the laboratory, classrooms, and learning labsInventories stock and enters information into the Laboratory Information Management SystemRPurchase of materials/equipment as approved. Receives, verifies, and enters order information into the Laboratory Information Management System.Performs all other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor

• High School Diploma or GED
• One (1) to three (3) years of related experience in a laboratory OR An equivalent combination of certification, education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above
• Preferred: Associate degree in Applied Science or a closely related field of study
• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Biology or a closely related field of study
• Three (3) to five (5) years of related experience with a laboratory in an Institution of higher learning

Other Requirements:

• May require Hazardous Materials Certification
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance principles and practices
• Knowledge of internal and external customer service principles and practices
• Knowledge of laboratory techniques
• Knowledge and application of various instructional methodologies
• Skill in effective communication (both written and oral)
• Skill in organization, coordination, and management
• Skill in problem solving
• Ability to develop and maintain effective and positive working relationships
• Ability to operate relevant equipment required to complete assigned responsibilities for the positio

Physical Requirements:

• Positions in this class typically require: talking, hearing, seeing, repetitive motions, and fine finger movements - using the fingers to manipulate and handle objects such as typing, sorting papers, activating button, sorting/separating small parts;
• balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, and liftingIncumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, dusts, chemicals, workspace restrictions, and intense noises
• Must be capable of wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) which may include: goggles, gloves, closed-toe-shoes, face shield, dust masks, and lab coats/aprons
• Must be able to handle and safely dispose of chemicals, solutions, and bio-hazardous materials common to the science department