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Science Lab Facilitator Denison, TX

Science Lab Facilitator

Full-Time • Denison, TX
Benefits:
  • Vision insurance
 
Welcome to Grayson College. Grayson College is in the heart of Grayson County and provides a vital link for higher education.  GC offers small classes for personalized instruction, affordable tuition, caring, professional faculty, and the convenience of day, evening or online classes. The college serves approximately 5,000 students annually. Grayson’s reputation is highly respected by surrounding universities and industries as an excellent source of quality graduates who bring specialized, skilled and much-needed talents to the workplace.
 
Science Lab Facilitator:   
Assists the science department with the safe and efficient operation of Grayson College's science laboratories. Position may be required to work a non-traditional schedule and perform in a variety of settings and formats, to include weekends and evenings as needed 
 
The salary range is $44,281.34-$66,422.02 based on applicable years of experience.

Benefits:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short & Long-term disability insurances available
  • Medical premiums covered by Grayson College for FT employee only
  • Sick Leave Accrual- 2 weeks per year
  • Personal Leave- 2 days for FT employees per year
  • Holidays- Labor Day, Thanksgiving Break, Winter Break, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Spring Break, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, and Independence Day
  • Tuition-FT employees, their spouse & dependents are eligible for coverage of full Grayson College tuition amount.  
 Essential Functions & Responsibilities: 
  • 60%    Assists with aspects of the operation of science department laboratories, including setup of laboratories for each week's activities. Cleans and organizes the laboratories, stockrooms and prep rooms. Operates and cares for lab equipment and instruments. Ensures proper disposal of bio-hazardous and chemical waste. Serves as the science laboratory safety officer, coordinates HAZMAT disposal for the science labs, and assists with EPA for Biology/Physical Science. 
  • 15%   Coordinates the location, setup and take down of lab practicals. 
  • 15%   Maintains departmental inventories and assists with preparation of departmental budgets as it pertains to lab preparation. Coordinates with administrative assistant to order supplies.  
  • 5%  Tutors all levels of biological science topics at Grayson College. 
  • 5%   Other duties as assigned.
Performance Measurements:
  1. Demonstrates Viking Values of balance, clarity, gratitude, service, teamwork, and trust.
  2. Complies with all federal and state laws and regulations relating to higher education.
  3. Provides assistance in a courteous and friendly manner to all laboratory users.
  4. Ensures that department deadlines are met to enable staff and students to use the laboratory as required.
  5. Maintains knowledge on laboratory safety procedures.
  6. Understands the responsibilities of being role models to students on the campus.
  7. Maintains a professional work environment and businesslike appearance.
This Job Description is not a complete statement of all duties and responsibilities comprising the position.

Knowledge and Skills: 
  • Experience:  | Six months to two years of experience in a laboratory setting. 
  • Education: Bachelor's degree or higher in biology and/or chemistry from an accredited college or university. 
  • Interpersonal Skills:  Courtesy, tact, and diplomacy are essential elements of the job. Work involves much personal contact with others inside and/or outside the college for purposes of giving or obtaining information, building relationships, or soliciting cooperation.
  • Other Skills: Good mathmatical, written and oral skills. Knowledge of basic laboratory principles and practices. Willingness to stay current in science safety rules and regulations as well as teaching methodologies and introduce pedagogical innovations as needed for effective instruction.
  • Physical Requirements:   | The work requires minor physical exertion such as short periods of standing, walking over rough uneven surfaces, some recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar activities. Job may require recurring lifting of lightweight objects with infrequent bending or stooping alternating with the lighter activities. Job requires minimal agility and dexterity. g or stooping alternating with the lighter activities. Job requires minimal agility and
    dexterity.
  • Work Environment: Regular exposure to unfavorable environments such as weather, body fluids, toxic laboratory & industrial chemicals, or confined, dirty and noisy locations. Employees may be required to use personal protective equipment such as masks, coats, gowns, boots, goggles, gloves, or shields. 
To be considered for this position a Grayson College application/ resume, transcripts and a list of three professional reference must be submitted. If your degree is from a country other than the United States, you must also include an evaluation from a NACES member evaluation agency indicating the U.S. equivalency of your degree.
 
This position is considered a security sensitive position and will require a criminal background check.
 
GRAYSON COLLEGE IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY INSTITUTION PROVIDING EDUCATIONAL AND EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES ON THE BASIS OF MERIT AND WITHOUT DISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, RELIGION, GENDER, AGE, DISABILITY, OR ANY OTHER BASIS PROHIBITED BY LAW.
 
The employer actively supports the Americans with Disabilities Act and will consider reasonable accommodations. For more information, please contact the human resources office at 903-463-8770 or gcjobs@grayson.edu.
 

Compensation: $44,281.34 - $66,422.02 per year

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The employer actively supports the Americans with Disabilities Act and will consider reasonable accommodations. For more information, please contact the human resources office at 903-463-8770 or gcjobs@grayson.edu. 





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