College Laboratory Technician (Laboratory and Classroom)

GENERAL DUTIES

Performs highly-skilled laboratory functions and other technical duties in support of coursework.

• Sets up, maintains, and organizes student laboratories
• Assists students with setting up experiments and other learning exercises, and with the use of equipment and materials
• Maintains appropriate safety and hygiene standards
• Maintains required documentation related to laboratory activities
• Manages equipment and materials inventories.
  
  

Job Title Name: College Laboratory Technician

GENERAL DUTIES

The Department of Exercise Sciences and Recreation invites applications for a full-time College Laboratory Technician (CLT) position beginning Spring 2027. Candidates must have a

Strong Commitment To Exercise Physiology With Respect To Running The Human Performance And Fitness Laboratory. Candidate Will Be Expected To Perform The Following

• Manage and maintain the Human Performance and Fitness laboratory and technology in the classrooms to ensure that the computers are updated with the proper software;
• Assist with laboratory setting up for courses such as Biomechanics, Exercise Physiology, and Motor Learning and briefing students on equipment safety and proper handling;
• Support adherence to OSHA and university policy, including safe handling of biological samples and hazardous materials;
• Assist faculty and staff with the use of media and computer programs for instruction and research, while providing ongoing support and professional development to enhance the integration of technology in classroom teaching and human performance and fitness laboratory settings.
• Manage laboratory supplies, ordering consumables, and coordinating equipment servicing for instructional and research projects in the department;
• Maintain an inventory of all exercise equipment in the Human Performance and Fitness laboratory, completing equipment logs, supporting lab operations, and potentially supervising research students;
• Assist with classes that require hands-on labs and practical application components;
• Assist with the use of lab equipment for research and teaching.
  
  

The Department of Exercise Sciences and Recreation is currently housed in the School of Health Sciences, Human Services and Nursing (HS2N). The School of Health Sciences, Human Services and Nursing currently includes six departments: Exercise Sciences and Recreation, Health Administration Research Technology, Health Promotion and Nutrition Sciences, Social Work; Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences, and Nursing. HS2N is also home to the CUNY Institute for Health Equity. Departments in HS2N actively engage with community and government partners to support evidence-based practices and health equity, with a special emphasis on urban populations. The faculty are also strongly committed to high-quality teaching and preparation of ethical and skilled health and human service professionals.

CAMPUS SPECIFIC POSITION DETAILS

The Lehman College campus is located in the Bronx, New York and is a Senior College within the City University of New York (CUNY) system. Lehman is the only four-year public college

in the Bronx and is recognized as a Hispanic-serving Institution. The college serves mainly undergraduate students preparing them for employment, the professions and further study. This

position is full-time, 35 hours per week with an on-campus presence. This may at times require a presence in the evenings and weekends

CONTRACT TITLE

College Laboratory Technician

FLSA

Non-exempt

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma with a minimum of eight years' related experience. Additional education may be used to meet the experience requirement: an associate's degree may be substituted for two years' experience and a bachelor’s degree may be substituted for four years' experience. This position also requires the ability to direct, train, and supervise others.

Preferred Qualifications

• Must be proficient with the handling and usage of Exercise Science Lab equipment (Technical proficiency with lab equipment (e.g., metabolic carts, EMG, motion capture systems, treadmills, and ergometers)
• Quantitative and Qualitative data handling skills (e.g., calculations, data cleaning)
• Familiarity with data analysis and management tools (e.g., Qualtrics, SPSS, motion analysis software)
• Strong interpersonal skills to support diverse student learning
  
  

Compensation

$74,165-76,761

Salaries are commensurate with education and relevant experience and are subject to the Professional Staff Congress-CUNY salary schedule (http://www.psc-cuny.org/contract/psccuny-contract-salary-schedule)

Benefits

CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification. Employees are also offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans. Part-time employees must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to be eligible for health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria.

How To Apply

Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.

Candidates must attach a resume, a cover letter, and three professional references (name, title, organization, and contact information).

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For Other Questions

For questions about the content of any job posting, please contact the Human Resources department: human.resources@lehman.cuny.edu

CLOSING DATE

Review of Resumes will begin on October 15th for spring 2027 and continue until a candidate has been identified.

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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Job ID: 32442

Location: Lehman College