Part Time Physics - Technical Assistant

Niagara Community College; New York (NY); On-site; USD 31,023 - 34,109; Part time

Job summary

Niagara Community College is seeking a Part-Time Physics Technical Assistant to support the Physics department. This crucial role involves preparing lab materials and ensuring the lab operates smoothly under the guidance of the instructor.

Applicants need an Associate's degree in Physics or a related field and should possess strong organizational skills. The pay ranges from $22.52 to $24.76 per hour depending on education level.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or higher in Physics with at least 6 lab-based science classes.
• Proven experience in maintaining laboratory equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials for physics laboratories.
• Set up and remove class materials.
• Manage inventory and maintain records.
• Ensure laboratory equipment is functioning properly.

Skills

Exceptional organizational skills

Time-management skills

Education

Associate's degree in Physics or related field

Job description

Position Title

Part Time Physics - Technical Assistant

Position Category

Part Time Staff

Position Status

FLSA Non‑Exempt

Advertised Salary

$22.52 - $24.76 per hour

Department

Physics

Working Hours

Days & Times vary.

General Description

SUNY Niagara has a need for a part‑time Technical Assistant to work in the Physics department within our Business & STEM division. This position will help the Physics Instructor prep the physics lab to ensure that the intended experiments work correctly in order to successfully reinforce the lecture concepts. The rate of pay is based on the level of education the candidate possesses. For a Bachelor’s degree or lower the rate is $22.52 per hour; for a Master’s degree or higher the rate is $24.76 per hour.

Typical Work Activities

• Prepare materials for use in undergraduate physics laboratories, including non‑calculus‑based and calculus‑based labs;
• Set up and remove class materials weekly in laboratory classrooms;
• Manage inventory, including maintaining records and recommending purchasing;
• Ensure laboratory equipment is maintained and functioning properly.

Essential Functions

• Operate computers;
• Relate to a diverse population of students;
• Relate to faculty, staff, and senior members of administration;
• Communicate verbally and in writing;
• Physically perform the functions of the position.

Required Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or higher in Physics or a physics‑related field with at least 6 lab‑based science classes at the undergraduate or graduate level;
• Exceptional organizational and time‑management skills.

Desirable Qualifications

Experience maintaining physics equipment and other laboratory instruments.

Documents Needed to Apply

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Transcripts (unofficial)
• Names and contact information for three current, work‑related references

Posting Information

Posting Number: S216P

Open Date: 03/08/2023

Close Date: Open Until Filled

EEO Statement

SUNY Niagara does not discriminate and prohibits harassment or discrimination related to any protected category including creed, ethnicity, citizenship, national origin, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, marital status, political or social affiliation, age, race, color, veteran status, military status, religion, sexual orientation, domestic violence status, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression or perceived gender. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Application Package

Applicants must submit a cover letter that addresses each qualification, together with a resume, unofficial transcripts, and names/contact information for three current work‑related references. Incomplete packets will be rejected.

Human Resources Contact

A261 Notar Administration Building
3111 Saunders Settlement Road Sanborn, NY 14132
Phone: 716‑614‑5950
Fax: 716‑614‑5954
Email: [e-mail]