Job Description

Instructional Support Technician II (JID 7373)
Chemistry/BioChemistry/Administration
Full Time / $3748 - $5000 /mo. 

NOTE: IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR ANY OF OUR POSTED VACANCIES, PLEASE COMPLETE THE CSUN ON-LINE APPLICATION PROCESS HERE: http://bit.ly/HRCSUN

About the College
The College of Science and Mathematics at California State University, Northridge is among the top in the nation in preparing students who go on to earn doctoral degrees in the sciences. The College plays a critical role in ensuring the region and the nation has a pool of talented scientists capable of assuming leadership roles in industry and education. The College aspires to the highest standards of excellence in teaching, research, and service to the community. To this end, education is viewed as a fusion of classroom teaching and hands-on research that actively engages students.

About the Department
The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry is committed to providing quality undergraduate and Master's-level graduate education. Our department offers ACS-certified Bachelor of Science degrees in Chemistry and Biochemistry and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Chemistry. In addition, we offer research-based Master of Science degrees in Chemistry and Biochemistry. We offer small classes, individualized attention and hands-on learning using state-of-the-art instrumentation. Our faculty strive to maintain excellence in classroom teaching and in their research. All of our graduate students and a significant number of our undergraduates conduct research with faculty, often resulting in co-authored research publications. The Department has an impressive record of student success with many of our students going on to attend prestigious graduate and professional schools and hold important positions in their respective fields.

Major Duties
Under general supervision, the Instructional Support Technician II provides instructional laboratory support services. The incumbent prepares and supports student experiments needed for advanced laboratories; prepares experiments for any student laboratory; assists the stockroom manager ordering chemicals, gases, glassware, equipment and other supplies used by instructional laboratories; prepares requisitions and interacts with purchasing, receiving and vendors; keeps accurate records of all orders placed via credit card; keeps track of deionized water use and arrange for the service of the water systems; oversees the stockroom staff and student assistants in the preparation of student laboratories; is responsible for reagent and unknown preparation, equipment setup and maintenance, safety and stockroom procedures; ensures that proper techniques are used in such preparations; ensures that all laboratories are stocked with the chemicals and equipment needed for each particular lab; and performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Equivalent to three years of full time experience providing instructional support services for a related unit or discipline, or in producing materials or supplies or repairing equipment in a discipline related to the area to which assigned; OR equivalent to an Associate's degree with 16 semester units in courses involving extensive use of materials, supplies, or equipment and in a related discipline may be substituted for one year of the required experience; OR equivalent to Bachelor's degree with 16 semester units in courses involving extensive use of materials, supplies, or equipment and in a related discipline may be substituted for two years of the required experience.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Knowledge of the principles of performing support services; knowledge of the principles, methods, and techniques related to the discipline and the curriculum; knowledge of the materials and supplies in the curriculum and the curriculum and their uses. Working knowledge and application of analytical instruments such as spectrophotometers, gas chromatographs, infrared spectrometers, HPLCs, potentiostats, ion chromatography atomatic absorption, polarimeters and spectrofluorimeters as well as the more basic instrumentation such as balances, pH meters and electrodes. Ability and specialized skills to: plan, organize, and schedule activities; ability to operate technical equipment related to the discipline; ability to maintain records; ability to adjust and perform simple maintenance of technical and scientific equipment; work independently and as part of a team under general supervision; work effectively and sensitively with culturally diverse constituencies; organize activities to achieve an end in a timely manner; work with attention to detail and exercise good judgment; recognize and solve problems; read, understand, interpret, and implement technical riders and other written documents; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; provide good customer service; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others.

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule
The university offers an excellent benefits package. 

The salary range for this classification is: $3748 - $6390 per month. 
The anticipated HIRING RANGE: $3748- $5000, dependent upon qualifications and experience.

HOURS: Full Time; 40 hours per week; 8:00am - 5:00pm, Monday through Friday. 

REG: This is a Regular position with a one-year probationary period.

General Information
This position is a sensitive position as designated by the CSU.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.

The person holding this position may be considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

How To Apply
Candidates should apply by completing the CSUN on-line application utilizing: http://bit.ly/HRCSUN link. NOTE: Internal candidates should apply through the portal by accessing the View Job Openings/Apply link on the Human Resources/Employee pagelet.

Applications received through April 25, 2018, will be considered in the initial review and review of applications will continue until position is filled.

In order to be considered in the initial review, applications must be submitted prior to the date listed above. Application submissions received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.

For more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please visit the link below:
www.csun.edu/careers

Equal Employment Opportunity
CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, and disability. Our nondiscrimination policy is set forth in CSU Executive Order 1096. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Recruitment Services at ext. 2101.

Qualifications null Additional Information

NOTE: IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR ANY OF OUR POSTED VACANCIES, PLEASE COMPLETE THE CSUN ON-LINE APPLICATION PROCESS HERE: HTTP://BIT.LY/HRCSUN

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, and disability. Our nondiscrimination policy is set forth in CSU Executive Order 1096. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Recruitment Services at ext. 2101.