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Laboratory Assistant (Spectrum Center)

This is a part-time on-site role at the Spectrum Center Campus in San Diego, CA.

Position Summary:

With minimal supervision, the (part-time) Multi-use Laboratory Assistant prepares laboratories for classroom instruction by setting up the supplies and equipment for student experiments and demonstrations.

Essential Functions:

Oversees a complex instructional laboratory for general and forensic science.
Ensures the care and security of assigned equipment, materials, and supplies.
Prepares laboratories for experiments.
Performs set-up and tear-down of laboratories.
Maintains inventory supplies.
Manages hazardous waste disposal and adheres to safety regulations and procedures concerning Biohazardous and Hazardous chemical usage, storage, and disposal.
Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A

Requirements:

Education & Experience:

Associate degree in related area of study preferred.
Or two years basic experience in laboratory techniques and concepts in the areas of life, physical, or forensics sciences.

Competencies/Technical/Functional Skills:

Must have familiarity with laboratory equipment and instruments, including microscopes, anatomical models, FT-IR, spectrophotometers, GS/MS, UPLC, PCR and gel electrophoresis.
Demonstrated competence in hazardous waste management.
Must be able to maintain, and have knowledge in, laboratory safety practices.
Ability to work independently and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
Knowledge of operating systems utilized by team members of the University, including, but not limited to Internet Explorer and Microsoft Office products.
Competent in basic record keeping practices, and principles of training and supervision.
Basic knowledge of laboratory equipment repair with the ability to assemble, maintain, and repair laboratory equipment.
Exceptional communication skills (verbal and written) with the ability to interact with a variety of students, faculty, and staff.
Demonstrated competence in hazardous waste management.
Ability to ensure the care and security of assigned equipment, materials, and supplies.

Travel: No Travel Required

Candidate receiving offers will be offered a salary/pay rate commensurate with experience that vary based on a candidate’s qualifications, skills, and competencies. Absent exceptional circumstances, candidates will be offered a salary within this range for this position. The minimum salary will be offered based on the minimum exemption threshold based on state of residency. Base pay is one component of National University’s total rewards package, as we are dedicated to supporting the needs of the “whole you” with our holistic approach to employee benefits by offering comprehensive well-being benefits for you and your family. For full details about our benefit plan offerings, please visit

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Compensation Range:

Hourly: $15.50 - $18.32

National University is committed to maintaining a high-quality, diverse workforce representative of the populations we serve. National University employs more than 5,000 faculty and staff and serves over 41,000 students. We are united in our mission to meet the global education demands of the 21st Century and are dedicated to creating a supportive academic and work environment that allows students, faculty and staff to develop their interests and talents while experiencing a sense of community and a commitment to diversity. With programs available both online and at our many campus locations, National University is a leader in creating innovative solutions to education and meeting the needs of our diverse student population, including adult learners and working professionals.

National University offers an opportunity to work in an innovative environment that supports diversity.

National University (NU) is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employee per applicable federal, state and local laws. At NU, a diverse mix of highly talented, innovative and creative people come together to make the impact of a lifetime for each of our student learners. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment, education, and admission at National University. We are focused on equality and believe deeply in diversity of race, color, ancestry, age, family care status, veteran status, marital status, creed, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin, and other legally protected group status.