Limited Part Time Laboratory Assistant

About Quincy College:

Founded in 1958, Quincy College is a two-year, municipally affiliated college serving approximately 4,000 students at campuses located in Quincy and Plymouth, Massachusetts.

Quincy College Mission Statement

Quincy College offers open-access and selective programs focusing on academic achievement and excellence, fostering diversity, providing economic opportunity, promoting community involvement, and supporting lifelong learning. We foster valuable learning relationships that inspire students to realize their educational and professional futures.

Job Description:

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the general direction of the Biotechnology & Good Manufacturing Practice (BGMP) program faculty and the Dean of Natural and Health Sciences, responsibilities of this position include labs housekeeping, helping with prep-lab activities for instructors, weekly inventories and student's tutoring.

Requirements:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Overall lab cleanliness is the main responsibility of the lab assistant. The lab should be as clean as possible at all times. This includes, but is not limited to

• Glassware washed, and put away once dry

• Benches to be cleaned with sanitizer or alcohol spray

• Return equipment, pipettes, supplies, etc., to their assigned spots

• Ensure chairs and portable benches are in their assigned places

• Ensure glove holders are stocked with all sizes of gloves at all times

• Change the water in the water bath at least 1x/month, to prevent microbial growth

• Keep 70% IPA and disinfectant spray bottles full

• Maintain stock of autoclaved glassware as needed, per direction in Bio manufacturing class

• "Lounge" area to be clean at all times

• General tidiness, discard trash

• Ensure cleanliness of microwave and refrigerator

• Whiteboard is cleaned as needed

• Ensure sufficient stock of chemicals and consumables

• Routinely perform a visual inventory using the Supplies Checklist, and alerting appropriate personnel of necessary reordering

• Receiving shipments, and opening shipment in a timely manner

• Quality assure status of shipments

• Alert appropriate staff members of missing or inaccurate items in shipment

• Keep the Master Supplies Ordering Excel Sheet up to date

• Special Projects

• See Something, Say Something!

Additional Information:

EEO Statement:

Quincy College is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy. Quincy College is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Massachusetts State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action.

Application Instructions:

Please submit the following documents online:

• Resume

• Cover Letter