Job Details

Location : TJC Central Campus
Job Type: Part-Time Regular
Job Number: 00305
Department: Life Sciences
Opening Date: 12/05/2024
Number of Months: 12

Tyler Junior College gives equal consideration to all applicants for admission, employment and participation in its programs and activities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, veteran status or limited English proficiency (LEP).

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

All positions are on-site, located in Tyler, Texas, unless otherwise stated in the job posting.
DESCRIPTION

The Part-Time Laboratory Specialist, Biology is a part-time position responsible to the Department Chair, Life Sciences and Dean, School of Engineering, Mathematics & Sciences.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES

• Facilitate laboratories in the Life Sciences through well prepared, organized and engaged instruction with students in the learning environment
• Meeting all scheduled labs for the entire scheduled time
• Keeping accurate records of students' attendance and grades
• Provide support to students via timely communication
• Working cooperatively with other members of the faculty and staff in an effort to contribute to overall instructional effectiveness
• Maintaining a lab environment that is safe and conducive to student success

Competencies
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of and experience with standard laboratory equipment
• Must be student-centered in methodology and classroom procedures and have excellent communication skills
• Must have the ability to work well with diverse groups of individuals

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree required with coursework in the Biological Sciences

Preferred Education/Experience

• Experience as a laboratory assistant, teaching assistant or laboratory technician preferred

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Other Expectations

• Perform other duties as assigned
• Will have contact - in person, by email, or by phone - with staff, students, and the general public
• Must exhibit a sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students and to staff and students with disabilities

NOTE: With or without reasonable accommodation, the individual in this position must possess the competencies and must be able to perform the essential functions and duties of the job as described above - including essential tasks requiring specific physical demands. The position description is not inclusive of all responsibilities or expectations and may be amended with or without prior notice.
RETIREMENT
Part-Time Retirement
Part-time employees are required to participate in the part-time retirement fund. The retirement fund is invested in a group fixed annuity contract with Ohio National Life Insurance Company. The plan will provide you and your beneficiary with fully vested cash settlement or income benefits after termination of employment for any reason.

OTHER BENEFITS
TJC Event Attendance
Free admission to regular season College sporting events for employees and immediate family.
Free admission for two to most cultural arts events on campus.

Library Use
Employees may utilize the Vaughn Library and Learning Resource Center.

Fitness Facility Use
Employee and immediate family use of the Apache Recreation Center - an indoor weight and exercise center, 18-hole disc golf course, covered basketball course, and outdoor ping-pong table and cornhole. The cost is $5 per ID.

Disclaimer: These benefits are subject to change without notice. The College reserves the right to change, modify and/or terminate any program with or without reason or notice. This is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute any agreement on the part to Tyler Junior College to provide employment to or benefits for the prospective employee.