Instructional Lab Technician / Biology

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Closing Date: 08/30/2026 Open Until Filled No Classification Title Instructional Lab Technician / Biology Working Title Instructional Lab Technician / Biology Recruitment Limits Location San Diego Mesa College Pay Information

Range 24 ($5,350.77 - $7,026.74) per month based on the current AFT Classified Professionals - Salary Schedule.

• New employees will begin on Step E ($5,350.77).
• Salary negotiation is not allowed.
• Promoted or transferred employees will be placed as specified in the CBA.
• This position is FLSA Non-exempt (may accrue overtime).
• Excellent benefits are provided to all Contract employees with assignments greater than, or equal to, 50% (0.50 FTE) and all eligible dependents.
• A temporary probationary period will apply to the employee entering this assignment.

The SDCCD Employee Relations webpage provides a link to employee collective bargaining agreements/handbooks which provide more information about terms and conditions of employment, compensation and benefits.

Position Equivalent FTE:

1.0 FTE

No. Months: 12 Months Position Number: 010316 FLSA Status Non-Exempt (accrues overtime) Position Type Classified Bargaining Unit AFT - Classified Professionals Range 24 Department School of Mathematics and Natural Sciences The Position

From San Diego Mesa College President Dr. Ashanti Hands

Thank you for your interest in San Diego Mesa College.

At Mesa College, we believe higher education transforms lives, advances equity, strengthens communities, expands economic mobility, and creates opportunity for generations to come. We seek outstanding educators who are passionate about expanding access, advancing academic excellence and equity, and preparing students for meaningful careers, transfer, and lifelong success alongside colleagues who care deeply about students and one another.

As the largest college in the San Diego Community College District, Mesa College enjoys a strong financial foundation, state of the art facilities, and exceptional faculty, classified professionals, and administrators. Guided by our vision of becoming the Leading College of Equity and Excellence, Mesa College has advanced opportunity since 1964 through innovation, nationally recognized transfer and workforce pathways, two bachelor's degree programs, and a steadfast commitment to student access, completion, and post college success.

Our greatest strength is our people. Every day, our faculty, classified professionals, and administrators work together to ensure students experience belonging, excellence, and transformational opportunity. We foster a culture of collaboration, curiosity, continuous improvement, and leadership where every member of our college community is empowered to contribute.

If you are looking for more than your next position, but for a place where your calling can find its fullest expression, where you can lead authentically and courageously, and where your work expands opportunity and helps students achieve their educational and career goals, I invite you to consider joining Mesa College.

Applications are currently being accepted for a position, Instructional Lab Technician / Biology, in the School of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, located at San Diego Mesa College. This position will support general biology laboratory instruction with an emphasis on anatomy and some physiology courses. The position also is responsible for maintaining our prosectorium. Hours are Monday-Friday; 40 hours per week. Selected candidate must be willing to adjust work days/hours based on the department's needs.

We look forward to learning how your experiences, talents, and aspirations can contribute to our students, our college, and the communities we are privileged to serve.

Please note that an employee may be transferred to any site at the option of the Chancellor.

Classification Description

Click here for description. Link: https://www.sdccd.edu/docs/humanresources/classification/descriptions/Office%20Technical/Instructional%20Lab%20Technician%20-%20Biology.pdf.

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Desired Qualifications

• Significant upper division coursework or a bachelor's degree in general biology OR anatomy OR physiology or a closely related field; OR additional two years of relevant work experience, preferred.
• Demonstrated competence in laboratory techniques and using and maintaining equipment commonly required for community college laboratories in general biology OR anatomy OR physiology.
• Demonstrated competence in the application of laboratory safety guidelines involving the preparation and handling of materials and chemicals used in anatomy OR physiology labs, including proper handling, storage and disposal of chemical, biological, and hazardous wastes.
• Demonstrated competence working with and maintaining cadavers and embalming materials.
• The skill to order, receive, organize and inventory supplies, as well as the ability to plan and organize to meet work schedules and deadlines for multiple course sections.
• The ability to train, direct and provide support for laboratory professionals and student staff.
• The utilization of standard office and web-based technology applications as needed or required.
• The ability to work independently with little direction.
• The ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Skills to establish and maintain effective collaborative working relationships with others to ensure a safe and equitable work environment.
• Demonstrated cultural competency, sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and classified professionals.

Foreign Degree:

Applicants with foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute, INC.(ACEI). A copy of the evaluation must be submitted with your online application.

Commitment to Diversity:

All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and classified professionals.

Click (https://www.sdccd.edu/departments/human-resources/eeo-diversity/policies-and-procedures.aspx) for the EEO / Diversity / Nondiscrimination - Policies and Procedures

Special Instructions to Applicants:

To ensure consistency, fairness, and alignment with our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA), please submit only the materials specifically requested in this posting (e.g., no personal photos, articles, etc.). Be sure to upload the required documents using the respective document name labels. Uploading extraneous materials, unless explicitly requested, may result in your application not being reviewed. Only complete application packets will be forwarded to the committee.

Application materials sent via mail, fax, or email will not be accepted. All correspondence, including interview invitations, will be communicated via email.

We are dedicated to maintaining the confidentiality of all inquiries, nominations, and applications in the strictest confidence, and we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

• Complete online application;
• Résumé;
• Three (3) Professional References listed within the online application; AND
• Unofficial transcripts (Optional).
• Foreign Degree Evaluation (Required, if applicable).

Tentative Timeline (Subject to Amendments) Conditions of Employment:

SELECTED CANDIDATE IS REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT:

• Submit "official" college transcripts as stated on application (even if a degree is not a requirement for this position);
• Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment (Note: The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment);
• Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer at the District's expense (Clearance must be received prior to first day of employment);
• Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States as required by the I9 Employment Eligibility Verification form; AND,
• Attend a new hire processing appointment in People, Culture, and Technology Services located at the District Administrative Offices.

EMPLOYMENT AFTER RETIREMENT

If you accept a contract (permanent) position with SDCCD and are a retired annuitant with CalPERS or CalSTRS, you must reinstate from your retirement system. Please reference the CalPERS or CalSTRS website for further information.

CalPERS Link: https://www.calpers.ca.gov/retirees/working-after-retirement/reinstatement-from-retirement

CalSTRS Link: https://www.calstrs.com/retirement-after-reinstatement-enhancements-faq

Additional Information:

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

SDCCD provides a comprehensive fringe benefit package for its full-time classified employees. The District contributes toward the cost of the premium (including dependent coverage) for the medical insurance plan options. Additional benefits include dental, vision, sick leave, vacation and opportunities for professional development. Contract employees become members of the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) upon appointment.

Posting Number CL01940

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • I understand that a COMPLETE application packet is required for consideration, which includes the following: 1) All required documents as listed in the special instructions 2) Responses to supplemental questions (clear and detailed responses are required as they will be carefully evaluated to determine the most qualified candidate(s) to be invited for an interview; please do not paste your resume, or put "see resume", or "N/A" or leave blank)

• Yes

• No

• • I understand that my responses to the application supplemental questions are heavily weighted during the application screening and evaluation process, and responses such as "N/A", "see resume", or no responses will result in deduction of points to my application.

• Yes

• No

• • We believe that the application and interview process should be a reflection of your skills, insights, and experiences, and we are looking to understand your unique qualifications for the role. I understand that responses ENTIRELY generated by Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools can result in disqualification from the application process.

• Yes

• No

• • Please list and describe the coursework and work experiences which qualify you to work as an Instructional Lab Technician in an educational/instructional general biology AND/OR anatomy OR physiology lab. Please include any previous work with cadavers or preserved specimens. Describe some challenges and troubleshooting experiences you have faced with this work.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Please describe your skills and experiences in laboratory organization, inventory, and supply ordering on both a short and long-term basis. Please include specific examples from your previous work experiences as well as any software and/or systems utilized.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Please tell us about your lab associated safety training. This may include first aid, chemical hygiene and emergency procedures, biohazard protocols, or other safety training. Please include specific examples from your previous work experiences.

(Open Ended Question)

• • The San Diego Community College District has a very diverse student, faculty and classified professional population with respect to academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation and ethnic backgrounds. Describe your professional development, community involvement, and professional experience working with these diverse groups.

(Open Ended Question)

Required & Optional Documents

Required Documents

• Résumé

Optional Documents

• Unofficial Transcript(s)
• Foreign Degree Evaluation (required if applicable)