Organismal Biology Instructional Support Technician III

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Job Summary The Department of Biological Sciences is seeking a highly skilled and independent Organismal Biology Instructional Support Technician III to support instructional activities in Organismal Biology. In this role, the technician will ensure that laboratory courses are fully equipped and operate smoothly by preparing materials, maintaining equipment, and providing critical support to faculty and students in lab environments. Key Responsibilities: - Set up, maintain, and dismantle laboratory materials and equipment - Prepare and manage live biological specimens for instructional use - Maintain, calibrate, and repair lab and audiovisual equipment - Procure supplies and manage inventory for biology courses - Support museum collections and maintain specimen databases - Collaborate with faculty to develop and improve lab materials and procedures - Ensure lab safety, organization, and compliance with EH&S standards Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: - May be required to lift up to 40 pounds and work on multiple floors of a seven-story building - May be required to move materials between buildings on campus - Must be able to work with a variety of chemicals and organisms normally foun...