Job Details

Lab Technician

Position Number: 6227143
Location: Merced, CA
Position Type: Laboratory and Research

Lab Technician

Salary: $5,088.00 - $6,437.00 Monthly
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 20250514
Closing: 5/25/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
Location: Merced College, CA
Department:

Range 24
40 hours/week12 months/year
This is a categorically funded assignment contingent upon year-to-year funding.
Interviews dates are to be determined

Ready to join the transformation? Merced College is not just your ordinary community college - we're pioneers of change, ready to redefine the educational landscape and set new standards for excellence! Situated in the heart of California's vibrant Central Valley, Merced College isn't just a workplace; it's a gateway to endless possibilities!

Innovation at its Finest: At Merced College, innovation isn't just a buzzword - it's our way of life! We're committed to staying ahead of the curve with cutting-edge technology, transformative instructional practices, and unparalleled customer service. Join us as we pave the way for the "new" community college experience!

Invested in you: At the heart of Merced College's success are our dedicated employees. That's why we prioritize your well-being, happiness, and professional growth. With a culture of support and employee engagement initiatives, we ensure that every member of our team feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential.

About Us: Founded in 1962, Merced College boasts a rich history of academic excellence and community engagement. But we're not stopping there! We're on a mission to revolutionize the community college experience, blending tradition with innovation to create a dynamic learning environment unlike any other.

Location Perks: Nestled amidst stunning natural landscapes, Merced is more than just a place to work - it's a lifestyle! Imagine living in a picturesque town with access to the Bay Area, Sacramento, and the breathtaking Yosemite National Park just a stone's throw away. With affordable housing options and a thriving community of 90,000 residents, Merced offers the perfect balance of urban amenities and small-town charm.

Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to be part of something truly extraordinary. Join the Merced College family today and embark on a journey of innovation, growth, and fulfillment! If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact, fostering innovation, and empowering others to succeed, then Merced College invites you to join. Embrace the opportunity to be part of a dynamic community dedicated to shaping the future of higher education. Apply now and let's embark on this exciting journey together! Apply now and let's shape the future together!

Merced College is hiring a Nursing Lab Technician to support our Nursing Programs by managing simulation and skills labs. This hands-on role is ideal for someone with healthcare or lab experience who enjoys working behind the scenes to support student success. The ideal candidate will have experience with medical or simulation equipment, strong organizational skills, and excellent communication abilities. In this role, you'll set up and maintain lab equipment, ensure safety and compliance standards, and assist faculty during simulations and student labs. Join us in preparing the next generation of nurses-apply today!

Merced College Vision

At Merced College, students are our focus, and we are known by their success. We transform lives through education and workforce development.

Merced College Mission
Enriching our community through educational experiences and support services:

Degree/Certificate Programs
Transfer
Career Technical Education
Workforce Training
Lifelong Learning
Basic Skills
Community Engagement

Merced College promotes student success through equitable access, continuous quality improvement, and institutional effectiveness, all with a focus on student achievement.
General Description:

Under direction, to perform a variety of instructional and clerical duties designed to free the instructor from routine, ancillary and preparatory work associated with an educational program or discipline. The focus of the duties is not only on assistance to the instructor but to the student as well.

Examples of Duties

Representative Duties:

Orders, receives, issues and maintains supplies, tools and equipment
Duplicates written materials
Prepares classroom or laboratory setups
Assembles demonstration materials
Assists students on projects
Performs clerical and recordkeeping functions
Repairs tools and/or equipment
Keeps instructional areas clean and orderly
Trains and oversees student assistants
Other related duties as assigned

The emphasis on, and the scope of, the aforementioned duties will depend on the nature of the program or discipline to which the technician is assigned as well as on the nature of the facility in which the technician works.

Knowledge of:

Role of the instructor in the educational process
Fundamentals, terminology, techniques, materials and equipment used in the instructional area to which assigned

Ability to:

Use, demonstrate and maintain the specialized materials, instruments, tools and equipment of the subject matter specialty
Speak, read and write standard English
Understand and to make advanced mathematic computations
Work with a minimum of supervision and with a high level of knowledge in the field to which assigned
Cooperate with others
Promote and incorporate culturally affirming DEIA and anti-racist principles to nurture and create a respectful, inclusive, and equitable learning and work environment. In conducting their duties, staff members shall respect and acknowledge the diversity of students and colleagues

Typical Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

Bachelor's degree
OR
Associate's degree AND three (3) years of applicable experience
OR
The equivalent education and experience

AND

Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students

PHYSICAL DEMAND AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individual with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Environment:

Work is performed primarily in a classroom environment, incumbents may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends.

Physical Ability to:

Work at a desk, conference table or in meetings of various configurations
Hear and understand speech at normal levels
Communicate so others will be able to clearly understand normal conversation
Read printed matter and computer screens
Stand or sit for prolonged periods of time
Bend and twist, stoop, kneel, crawl, push, pull
Lift, carry, push, and/or pull moderate to heavy amounts of weight
Operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard
Reach in all directions

Vision

See in the normal visual range with or without correction.

Hearing

Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

Supplemental Information

How to Apply:

Submit a complete application by the closing date/time on the Merced College career pages at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mccd/transferjobs

Required Documentation:

Letter of interest addressing your qualifications for the position (cover letter)
Resume
Legible unofficial college transcripts; transcripts must include the degree major and date the institution granted the degree; official copies are not required unless applicant is hired
List of three professional references (no reference letters permitted)
If applicable, foreign transcripts must include a U.S. evaluation and translation completed by an approved organization.

Only the required documentation as listed above will be accepted for this recruitment. Any additional documentation will be removed from your application profile.

Interview Information:

Those applicants deemed highly qualified for the position will be invited to appear for oral interviews before a screening committee. A limited number of candidates will be invited to interviews. Interviews will be scheduled onsite.

Employee Benefits:

Employee Benefits: Health benefits for the employee and all their eligible dependents cost employee's only $12 per month and provide access to PPO medical coverage, PPO dental coverage, VSP Vision coverage, and more! Please visit our Merced College Benefits website for more details about our incredible employee benefits. In addition, sick leave and retirement benefits are also provided.

Condition of Employment:

The selected candidate must be fingerprinted and tested for tuberculosis at his/her own expense prior to the start of employment. In compliance with the Immigration Reform Act of 1986, all new employees are required to verify their identity and the right to work in the United States. All offers of employment are subject to approval by the Board of Trustees. The applicant must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Individuals with disabilities may request any needed accommodation to participate in the application process. Please submit your request with your application to the Human Resources Office.

Merced Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

To apply, visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/mccd/jobs/4937809/lab-technician