Educational Technician, Biology (Reg FT) at Community College of Allegheny County (CCAC)

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Laboratory Management, Inventory Control, Budgeting, Equipment Maintenance, Biological Sciences, Safety Compliance, Student Supervision, Lab Instruction, Procurement, Animal Care, Plant Care, Technical Demonstration

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Position Title: Educational Technician, Biology (Reg FT) Employment Type: Regular Full-Time Department: Biology Campus: Main Campus Salary Grade: Per Contract Remote Work Option: Fully In-Person (May be subject to change) Additional Information: This position will remain open until filled. However, to ensure consideration for an interview, please submit your completed application, cover letter, and resume by no later than 6/4/26. The College cannot guarantee that application materials received after this date will be considered or reviewed. Work Hours: Standard College hours are Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm; Additional hours, including evening and weekend hours, may be needed to meet the needs of the department. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in biology and two years experience related to the operation of a biology lab, preferably in an academic environment. Duties: Maintain clean, safe, and systemized order in the biology laboratories and supply rooms. Order and maintain an inventory of all equipment and supplies for the biological sciences laboratories. Recommend needed budgetary items for operating and capital budgets. Maintain purchasing files and records of budgetary expenditures. Provide for the safe storage of supplies and for the security of supplies and department equipment. Assemble and prepare equipment and supplies to be used in laboratories for lab experiments and demonstrations. Care for and feed all plants and animals kept in the biology labs. Demonstrate use of special equipment or techniques to students and part-time faculty as needed. Repair and maintain broken or damaged equipment; arrange for repair of equipment by outside agencies as necessary. Maintain library of laboratory manuals, instrument manuals, and reference books. Supervise activities and prepare schedules of departmental work-study students. Assist in laboratory instruction where appropriate. Perform other related duties as required or assigned. Job Open Date: 5/15/2026 Job Close Date: 6/4/2026 Benefits: At CCAC, we take pride in offering an exceptional benefits package designed to support our employees’ personal and professional well-being: Comprehensive Health Coverage: Access to an excellent health plan with a very low out-of-pocket expense network option. Generous Time Off: Enjoy a range of time-off benefits that are tailored to your position, along with a four-day workweek in the summer for an ideal work-life balance. These benefits vary and may include vacation, personal, sick, and holiday pay, as well as options like collegial coverage for faculty. Retirement Planning: Options include a 403(b) retirement plan with up to 10% employer match or a state-defined benefit pension. Financial Peace of Mind: Employer-paid benefits include group life insurance, short/long-term disability, and access to flexible spending accounts (FSAs). Wellness Support: Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is available for confidential support, with resources to address personal and professional challenges. Educational Support: Take advantage of tuition waivers, tuition reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility, and a variety of professional development opportunities to grow your career. Exclusive Employee Perks & Rewards: Save on theme parks, sporting events, electronics, and more! Additional Advantages: Free employee parking to make your commute easier. Job Category: Faculty/Counselor/Librarian/Ed Tech/Academic Advisor Job Slot: 2796 Clearances: Current criminal record/child abuse clearances will be required if offered the position and to be employed at the College. The three clearances are Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance, Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Records Check, and Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) Criminal Background Check. The College has provided instructions on how to obtain these clearances, which are available here. Transcripts: CUSTOM.TRANSCRIPTS

Responsibilities

Maintain clean, safe, and organized biology laboratories and supply rooms while managing inventory and budgetary records. Prepare equipment for experiments, care for lab plants and animals, and provide technical support to students and faculty.