PT Metrologist Laboratory Technician

Position Description

Duties & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

ESSENTIAL AND OTHER IMPORTANT FUNCTIONS STATEMENTS:
Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Essential Functions:

• Oversees the day-to-day operations of the Chemical Technology and Biotechnology laboratory spaces at all campus locations.
• Maintains all documentation pertaining to instrument qualification and metrology.
• Drafts, organizes, maintains, and executes procedures, protocols, and/or SOPs for various instrumentation.
• Prepares for, sets up, and cleans up after student laboratory experiments and activities.
• Prepares solutions, dilutions, and standardized solutions needed to operate, maintain, and test instrumentation.
• Organizes and maintains laboratory consumables and supplies.
• Maintains the operation of general laboratory equipment (water systems, microscopes, centrifuges, refrigerators, etc.) and analytical instrumentation (HPLC, GC, density meters, etc.).
• Maintains a clean, sanitary, and organized work area in all instrumentation spaces.
• Submits maintenance requests for room repairs and/or replacement and relocation of equipment.
• Insures the proper and safe storage and identification of equipment and chemicals.
• Performs equipment preventive maintenance and scheduling of repairs and service.
• Collaborates with IT on computer and software needs.
• Attends open house events and/or classroom visitations (off-campus and on-campus), as needed, to assist in recruitment for the Chemical Technology and Biotechnology programs.
• Assists in on-campus engagement events with visiting groups (summer camps, outreach programs, career academies, high school field trips, etc.) as needed.
• Routinely inspects lab equipment to include ignition sources and gas shut-off devices.
• Notifies the Instructors and Program Director of absences.

• Communicates regularly and effectively with the Program Director of Chemical Technology and Biotechnology as well as Chemical Technology and Biotechnology faculty and staff.
• Works with instructors to test and improve laboratory experiments.
• Keeps updated equipment inventory list.
• Communicates effectively with maintenance or custodial staff.
• Organizes equipment maintenance visits (if internal troubleshooting fails) with 3rd party vendors.
• Performs other related duties and responsibilities as required.
• Wears and maintains proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Lifts and moves supplies and light equipment.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of:

• The sciences (Biology, Chemistry) or Chemical Technology.
• Scientific laboratory procedures and techniques, including quality control and assurance.
• Spectroscopy and chromatography instrumentation.
• Proper and safe handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous chemicals, substances, and wastes.
• Computer systems, software, and hardware common to instructional laboratories including Excel and Word.
• Recordkeeping procedures.

• Follow instructions for lab set up, clean up, solution and materials preparation, equipment usage, etc.
• Work independently and collaboratively with a high degree of self-motivation; able to train and mentor others.
• Learn new hardware and software systems.
• Manage time effectively to prepare for several labs each week.
• Work in teams with administrators, faculty, staff, students, vendors and service individuals.
• Be organized with meticulous attention to detail.
• Effectively and safely operate, adapt, and maintain scientific equipment.
• Tackle problems with enthusiasm and curiosity.
• Build upon troubleshooting skills beginning with laboratory instrumentation.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain cooperative-working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Interpret and apply CFCC goals, objectives, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for:
  • Making observations
  • Reading and writing
  • Communicating with others
  • Operating assigned equipment
  • Handling varied tasks simultaneously
• Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities, which may include the following:
  • Standing or sitting for extended periods of time
  • Operating assigned equipment
  • Handling varied tasks simultaneously
  • Bending, stooping, climbing, or lifting up to 50 pounds
• Maintain mental capacity, which allow the capability of:
  • Making sound decisions
  • Responding to questions
  • Demonstrating intellectual capabilities
    

• Bachelor of Science in Biology or Chemistry preferred.
• Lab experience in an academic setting, OSHA training, and CPR certified preferred. Ability to work flexible hours as some evening and weekend hours may be needed.
• Knowledge of Agilent, Shimadzu, and Metrohm instrumentation and related software.

Supplemental Information

Special Instructions to Applicants:

• This position REQUIRES UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS AND/OR TRAINING CERTIFICATIONS be submitted in addition to the application. Please have these documents ready to upload when applying.
• Candidates are required to submit OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS for all degrees obtained prior to their first day of work or hire date. If highest level of education is High School diploma or equivalent, proof of completion is required.
• Candidates who have obtained their education outside of the US and its territories must have their academic degree(s) validated, at their own expense, by an outside credential evaluation service as equivalent to the Baccalaureate or Master's degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the United States.
• To claim veterans’ preference, all eligible persons shall submit a DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, to Human Resources during the application process. Human Resources will verify eligibility.

STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION

Cape Fear Community College, its faculty and staff, and the Board of Trustees are fully committed to the principles and practice of equal employment and educational opportunities. The College does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees in any programs and activities provided on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), gender (including gender identity and status as a transgender or transsexual individual), disability, religion, age, genetic information, veteran status or any other protected status as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and any other applicable statutes and CFCC policies.