Teaching Assistant, Biology

Thank you for your interest in employment with our institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. We ask that you keep in mind the following when completing your application: Once you start the application process, you cannot save your work. Please ensure you have all required attachment(s) available to complete your application before you begin the process. Required attachments are listed below on the posting. Y our application will not be considered without the required attachments. ​ If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact: Human Resources (775) 445-4237 2201 West College Parkway Carson City, NV 89703 Job Description Duties and Responsibilities : Maintain an inventory of required laboratory supplies for specific courses by communicating with the Instructors and placing orders as needed through the Liberal Arts Administrative Assistant Cleaning, organizing, and proper disposal of materials and biohazardous waste in the lab Prepare Microbiology media for BIOL 251, and BIOL 190 as needed. Maintain cultures for microbiology, including ensuring fresh cultures are ready for each lab in coordination with the instructor Setting up the laboratory for each class exercise, including organization and distribution of equipment, supplies, and handouts Other duties as assigned Qualifications : Required Qualifications: Associate's degree in Biology or closely related field (Credits earned in BIOL 190, 191, or 251 AND CHEM 121, or 122 can be substituted for an Associate's degree) Additional Information This is a part-time, temporary/seasonal position. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis to establish an applicant pool. As vacancies occur, they are filled from the pool. Compensation: $17.20 an hour Questions Hiring Supervisor - If you have questions about this role or would like to check on the status of an application, please contact the hiring supervisor/department: Cassandra Luster, Division Assistant IIII OR 775-445-4469 ​If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact: | (775) 445-4237 2201 West College Parkway Carson City, NV 89703 Exempt No Full-Time Equivalent 48.8% Required Attachment(s) Resume Posting Close Date Note to Applicant Newly hired faculty must assure that their official transcript is sent by the degree granting institution(s) to Western Nevada College, Human Resources Office within 30 calendar days from the effective date of employment. Academic degrees must have been awarded by regionally accredited institutions. Employment is contingent on the completion of appropriate background verification, which may include criminal history, credit history, sex and violent offender registry, education verification, licensure, and employment history to be administered by the Western Nevada College Human Resources office.