Portland Community College Hiring for Instructional Support Technician IV – Bioscience Technology at Rock Creek Campus Full Time

Instructional Support Technician IV – Bioscience TechnologyRequisition IDreq1723DepartmentBiotechnologyCampusRC-Rock Creek CampusEmployment TypeClassified-Full TimeBest Consideration Date5/16/2023Position SummaryThis position will be primarily on-site with some limited opportunity to work remotely.

Portland Community College is seeking a full-time Instructional Support Technician IV (1.0 FTE) to support the Bioscience Technology program (BIT). Under the direction of the Program Dean and in collaboration with the BIT faculty, the IST IV prepares laboratories and classrooms for instructors; plans and designs experiments/demonstrations and participates in the delivery of instruction. The IST IV also oversees the laboratory preparation work of other classified, casual and student workers, and is important for the management and safe operation of the Bioscience laboratory space. The IST IV is an integral part of the BIT team and will participate in departmental, advisory committee, and safety committee meetings. There may also be activities interacting with other members of the college and the general public to provide information about the program.
See the classification description for additional information: https://www.pcc.edu/hr/employment/classified-jobs/ist-4/ Candidate ProfileThese qualifications, skills and abilities are critical for success in this position.
Throughout the screening process, you will be evaluated based on the demonstration of these qualifications.

• Demonstrated knowledge of a wide range of molecular biology techniques, such as recombinant DNA, cell culture, WIB, ELISA, chromatography, protein purification, and solution preparation.
• Demonstrated knowledge of laboratory equipment and basic, routine maintenance of that equipment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of laboratory safety procedures (e.g. documented OSHA training), and a commitment to safety
• Highly organized with demonstrated experience maintaining and/or managing multiple projects or tasks.
• Must be able to work independently with various vendors and college staff members to procure necessary materials, reagents, and equipment to support the program.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse academic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and staff
• Ability to communicate and collaborate with technical and non-technical users;
  Be able to work independently and as a member of a team.

Minimum Qualifications

To be considered, your application must demonstrate these minimum qualifications. (Experience is calculated based on the start and end dates you provide multiplied by the number of hours per week worked).

Two years of post-secondary education in bioscience technology or related area such as biology, chemistry, or biochemistry (Relevant experience in Bioscience technology may substitute for the post-secondary education requirement on a year-for-year basis).

Three years of experience in bioscience technology or related area.

Must have proven written and oral communications skills adequate to assist students in understanding the work they are to perform.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience as a laboratory technician, research assistant, manufacturing associate, process development technician, or research associate.
• Prior industry experience in bioscience technology or other relevant area
• Knowledge of laboratory safety procedures (e.g. has documented OSHA safety training)
• Knowledge of basic laboratory techniques and equipment care relevant to bioscience technology.
• Familiarity with hand/power tools and/or test equipment to facilitate basic troubleshooting in the lab would be an asset
• Knowledge of performing routine cell culture with bacteria and mammalian cells is not required but would be an asset.
• Experience communicating scientific concepts or laboratory protocols to technical and non-technical users

Position Grade19Starting Salary ExpectationsThe first two steps of the range are: $48,182 to $49,627 per year. Higher salary placement may be available based on qualifications, experience and internal equity.Position Grade Salary Range$48182 to $77315 Annual SalaryFTE1.0PCC BenefitsPCC offers a comprehensive benefit package designed to provide employees and their families, including domestic partners, with access to a broad range of benefit options. Includes Health, Dental, and Vision options, Group Life, Long-term Disability, Long-term Care, and Auto and Home Insurance programs.

PCC currently fully funds the Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS/OPSRP) pension and contributes an additional 6% into the employee’s Individual Account Program under PERS/OPSRP. PCC offers a tax deferred annuity program and a deferred compensation program where employees may save additional pre-tax dollars for retirement.

Additionally, PCC provides a tuition waiver for yourself, domestic partner, and dependent children under 24 years of age. Partial tuition reimbursement for yourself at other accredited institutions (full-time employees only).

Paid Leave: (Pro-rated by FTE for Part-Time Employees)
– Starts at 8 hours of vacation leave per month (additional vacation hours with years of service)
– 8 hours of sick leave per month
– 24 hours of additional personal leave days per year – 11 Paid holidays

For a complete list of PCC benefits, please visit http://www.pcc.edu/hr.benefits

View a complete list of PCC benefits.Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

Work pressure, disturbances of work flow and/or irregularities in work schedule are expected and occur on an intermittent basis. Changes in the performance environment require occasional upgrading of skills. Working conditions may be somewhat disagreeable requiring occasional exposure to safety hazards, noise and temperature extremes. Some learned physical skills are required. Physical effort such as frequent standing, walking and lifting; guiding and/or carrying of lightweight materials or equipment; occasional periods of sustained effort.

Background Check RequiredYesPortland Community College complies with the Oregon Veterans’ Preference in Public Employment law which provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment. You will be given instructions during the application process to claim Veterans’ Preference in the recruitment of this position, and to provide the documents required for verification of eligibility. Please do not send your documentation to the hiring manager directly. For verification of eligibility, please submit the following documentation:

• Veterans: DD214
• Disabled Veterans: DD214 and Letter from the Department of VA

Portland Community College is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other protected class.Notice of the Availability of the Annual Security Report: Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), you may view Portland Community College’s (PCC) most recent Annual Security Report (ASR) on the Department of Public Safety website. The ASR contains current security and safety-related policy disclosure statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information and resources, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains crime statistics for Clery Act crimes which occurred on PCC properties for the last three calendar years. Paper copies of the ASR are available upon request at all Department of Public Safety offices.