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AA/EEO Statement

AA/EEO Statement:

Lane Community College is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity / Veteran / Disabled Employer embracing equity, inclusion and accessibility. We encourage a safe and hospitable environment for historically marginalized populations including women, BIPOC, Latinx, LGBTQ+ individuals, veterans, and candidates and employees living with disabilities.

Veterans Statement

Lane actively recruits veterans and those with disabilities for all positions. For accommodations and questions call 541-463-5586.

• Veterans, please fax, e-mail, mail or deliver your documentation (DD214/DD215/letter of disability) to Human Resources, roushz@lanecc.edu, 541-463-3970
• Lane Community College ensures that all documentation submitted to HR will remain confidential.

Position Information:

Posting Number:

240031

Job Title:

Life Science Laboratory Instructional Specialist

Applicant Notification:

Department Information

Our Science Department is seeking to hire a full-time Instructional Specialist.

Search Information

• Provide all documents as requested; a resume may not take the place of any one section of the application.
• Unofficial Transcripts are required for this position at the time of application. See instructions below.
• Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Location:

Main Campus

Classification:

Instructional Specialist

Position Type:

Classified

Anticipated Start Date:

Upon Hire

Salary/Wage:

Annual

Salary/Wage Range:

$18.39 - $26.97 per hour (Classified Salary Level 8)

Salary/Compensation Statement:

• Hourly wage reflects an approximate annual salary of $38,245 – $56,088.
• New employees may not be placed on the salary schedule higher than any current employee in this classification with the same or greater number of years’ relevant experience and education.
• Lane’s robust Benefits package includes a generous contribution toward medical, dental and vision insurance, basic term life insurance, long term disability, vacation leave, personal time and paid sick leave.
• Lane Community College is considered a qualifying public employer for the purposes of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program . Through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, full-time employees working at the College may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance on Direct Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan. Questions regarding your loan eligibility should be directed to your loan servicer or to the US Department of Education.

Grant Statement:

Working Schedule:

• Full-time; Variable work hours based upon department needs; Mornings, evenings, and weekends may be required.
• Generally Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Position Status:

Permanent

Full/Part:

Full-Time

Annual Schedule:

260 Day (12 Month)

Annual Schedule Details:

Quicklink for Posting:

POSTING TEXT

Posting Date:

04/03/2024

Closing Date:

05/01/2024

Applicant Pool:

No

Open Until Filled:

No

Required QUALIFICATIONS

Required Education:

Two (2) years of post-secondary education with course work in biology, microbiology, and chemistry, including a 200-level series in biology and chemistry, and a majors course in microbiology.

Required Experience:

Two (2) years of experience in an academic or industry laboratory setting as a lab technician or assistant.

Licensure or Certification Requirements

Conditions of Employment:

• Successful applicants are required to complete a criminal background check. Infractions do not necessarily disqualify a candidate, and will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. See our FAQs for more detail.
• Must work and reside in the state of Oregon at the time their work is being performed.

Preferred QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred Education

• A Bachelor’s Degree in a biological science from a regionally accredited institution, with additional studies in microbiology and chemistry (including organic chemistry).

Preferred Experience

• Experience in microbiology.
• Experience as a teaching assistant or tutor in science lab classes.

Language Statement

We welcome multilingual applicants who can support and welcome all students.

Bilingual/Multicultural Statement:

Inclusiveness, diversity, and equity are integral to Lane’s commitment to excellence in education and our commitment to student and community engagement. We welcome applicants who bring a diversity of identity, culture, experience, perspective, and thought. We encourage applications from candidates that identify with groups that are historically underrepresented in higher education.

Equivalency Statement:

We want to find the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply, even if you do not believe you meet every one of the qualifications described. You are also encouraged to address how your professional and lived experience, scholarship, teaching, mentorship, and/or service will contribute to the Lane mission of transforming lives through learning.

Position Purpose:

This position fills the need of a Life Science Instructional Specialist, who is responsible for providing specialized instructional support to Anatomy & Physiology, Biology, and Environmental Science faculty. The Life Science Instructional Support Specialist also provides training and supervision to student assistants and supports the Life Science stockroom/lab, greenhouse, and aquarium lab.

Essential Functions:

• Monitor and coordinate laboratory schedules for all Life Science classes.
• Prepare necessary laboratory materials, equipment, and supplies for student classes and lab activities.
• Provide instruction to student workers in proper use, safe handling, and maintenance of specialized laboratory equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Supervise laboratory preparation procedures and protocols.
• Prepare biological specimens and media, chemical reagents, dyes, and solutions.
• Coordinate chemical spill response and neutralize and transfer waste in accordance with Safety Data Sheets.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff on annual Science Undergraduate Research symposium.
• Coordinate and support student research projects both in and outside of the lab.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and members of the community to develop and present Science outreach activities.
• Update laboratory procedures and protocols.
• Attend to correspondence with faculty and peers to coordinate lab activities.
• Monitor time sheets and safety training for student workers.
• Problem solve and manage sensitive information with appropriate awareness of FERPA standards; maintain confidentiality and sensitivity to the privacy needs of students.
• Other duties as assigned.

Equity and Inclusion

• Demonstrate Lane’s core value of social justice by ensuring equity and inclusion skills such as respect, inclusiveness, reflecting, valuing of cultural and personal differences, are the basis of employee and student interpersonal communications and relationships, and are applied to all position responsibilities.
• Duties are carried out respectfully inclusively, regardless of age, color, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, social class, marital status, national origin, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, veteran’s status, nationality, age, language, origin, or employment status.
• Must demonstrate an active concern for meeting the needs of students, staff, and the public.
• Actively assist with ADA compliance in conjunction with Lane Community College’s Human Resources and Disability Resources departments; support appropriate access for persons with disabilities to facilitate student and staff success; mentor and role-model cultural competency for persons with disabilities.

Supervision Statement:

Reports to and works under the general supervision of the Life Science Laboratory Coordinator, and evaluated by the Division Dean. Work is performed independently using specialized experience and training. Work is reviewed for the quality and efficiency of tasks.
This position may have responsibility to assign tasks, provide priorities and train student assistants, volunteers, and hourly employees.

Physical Demands/Working Environment:

• Work Safely
• 75% of the work done in this position requires using laboratory equipment, glassware, autoclaves, centrifuges, hot plates, incubators, microscopes, cameras, and other electronic devices, chemicals, dyes, media, and reagents, microcomputers and printers, copy machines, and other office equipment.
• This position works indoors and is exposed to usual office working conditions that includes office noises and interruptions, such as printers, telephones, and visitors. This position requires that an employee be able to sit or stand for extended periods of time; perform cognitive and psychometric work for more than six (6) hours a day. Work may require transporting materials up to twenty-five (25) pounds.
• Ability to lift materials up to twenty-five (25) pounds on a general basis, and rarely up to fifty (50) pounds.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• General biology, botany and zoology, field biology, ecology, genetics, anatomy and physiology, and microbiology.
• General and organic chemistry is required, as well as knowledge of general laboratory techniques and procedures, safe laboratory practices, and applicable rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Nature of hazardous materials, proper handling, use of PPE, understanding of Safety Data Sheets, hazard assessments and proper disposal methods to be in compliance with state and federal regulations including OSHA and DEQ.
• Academic laboratory requirements in the content area and skill in applying principles and practices appropriate to that area.
• Implementing appropriate curriculum activities and materials.
• Current developments and research in the area of specialization.
• Department’s philosophy, policies, and procedures.
• Appropriate science equipment and supplies needed for lab experiences.
• Science literature and reference texts.

Skills in:

• Working with microscopes, data loggers, PCR, and other precision and scientific equipment.
• Science equipment maintenance and knowledge of microscopy.
• Operating automated instructional and office systems.
• Training and monitoring performance of staff.

Ability to:

• Effectively with a wide variety of staff and students.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Science literature and reference texts.
• Read, understand, and interpret federal and state regulations.
• Effectively direct and coordinate the activities of student assistants and volunteers.
• Organize tasks and work independently.
• Keep accurate records.
• Work safely.
• Provide support to employees working to meet accreditation standards through evaluation and assessment of student outcomes.

Applicant Instructions:

Applicant Instructions

• Incomplete applications will not be considered. All fields in the application must be completed, including employment dates, work hours, and detailed job duties.
• Resume / Curriculum Vitae (CV) may not take the place of any section in the application.

Required Documents

• Application – Complete and submit online via the applicant portal.

• Resume – Comprehensive of experience, education, and accomplishments.

• Cover Letter – Clearly detailing how you meet the qualifications for the position.

• Transcripts – See instructions below.

If Applicable: DD214 – Veterans, please fax, e-mail, mail, or deliver your documentation (DD214/DD215/letter of disability) to Human Resources at Lane Community College, attn. Zack Roush, roushz@lanecc.edu, Fax: 541-463-3970

Additional Documents and Letters of reference are not accepted.

Questions?

• For assistance with the online application call Human Resources at 541-463-5586
• For position questions contact Zack Roush, roushz@lanecc.edu, 541-463-5473

How to monitor your application:

• Enter recruitment@lanecc.edu into your Safe Senders list. Notifications will be sent toward the end of the search process.

• Visit your Employment Opportunities account. The main page will show your status in the search.

Positions close at 9:00 pm.

Transcript Instructions:

Transcripts are Required

If you have obtained a degree higher than the required education for this position, then unofficial transcripts are required to ensure an accurate salary placement is conducted.

Attach under “Optional Documents”, fax, e-mail, deliver or mail to:

Lane Community College
Human Resources
Posting 240031, Attn: Zack Roush
4000 E. 30th Ave.
Building 3, 1st floor
Eugene, OR 97405

Fax: (541) 463-3970
E-mail: Zack Roush, roushz@lanecc.edu

College and Division Information:

College Information

The goal of Lane Community College is to help students achieve their dreams and transform lives through learning. The faculty and staff are dedicated to helping students succeed. Lane partners with businesses in the community to help shape the current and future workforce.
Lane is a learning-centered community college that provides affordable, quality, lifelong educational opportunities.

History

Lane was founded in 1964 by a vote of local citizens, and the main campus opened in 1968. The college was a successor to the Eugene Technical-Vocational School that was founded in 1938. Lane has received many awards and accolades for its innovative programs and high quality instruction. The college is a member of the League for Innovation in the Community College.
One of the advantages of working Lane is living in the area. Lane’s main campus is in Eugene, a city known for its quality of life and for being the home of the University of Oregon. Eugene is home to more than 153,000 people and neighboring Springfield has more than 57,000 residents comprise the second largest population center in the state. Eugene and Springfield are nestled in the Willamette Valley between the Pacific Ocean and the Cascade Mountains. Some peaks in the Cascade Range can be seen from main campus. The area’s scenic mountains, forests, rivers, lakes, and coastline offer many opportunities for outdoor adventures or for just sitting back and enjoying the view. See what’s new at Eugene, Cascades & Oregon Coast (link is external).

Union Association:

LCC Employees Federation (Classified)

Posting Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Summarize your multicultural experiences. How will this experience support under-served, under-represented and non-traditional student populations? (1200 characters maximum, spaces included)

  (Open Ended Question)

Hiring Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Transcripts #1

• Transcripts #2

• Transcripts #3

• Transcripts

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Permanent employment, Full time, Local area, Outdoor, Weekend work, Day shift, Afternoon shift, Monday to Friday,

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