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Working Title:
Biology Lab Assistant
Institution:
Anoka-Ramsey Community College
Classification Title:
College Laboratory Asst 1
Bargaining Unit / Union:
207: AFSCME - Technical
City:
Coon Rapids
FLSA:
Non Job Exempt
Full Time / Part Time:
Full time
Employment Condition:
Classified - Unlimited
Salary Range:
Job Description
The Biology Department at Anoka-Ramsey Community College offers a variety of courses, ranging from Principles of Biology to Genetics and General Ecology for the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC) and general education, and in preparation for allied health fields and transfer to Biology major programs, such as pre-med and pre-vet, at four-year institutions.
The Biology Lab Assistant assists students in the instructional processes for laboratory exercises by working with faculty to review and develop experiments and exercises, preparation of solutions, and handling of animals used in biology instructions. This also includes maintenance of plants and the green house, setting up laboratory experiments and demonstrations, maintaining equipment, assisting in ordering and inventorying equipment and supplies, and ensuring proper storage. This position will also supervise work study students and peer tutors.
Salary Range:
$20.58 -$28.35 hourly; $42,971 -$59,195 annually
Minimum Qualifications
Post -secondary coursework in Biology sufficient to provide technical lab services for students, faculty, and staff
OR 6 months of teaching/tutoring experience in Biology at the high school level or above
OR an equivalent combination of education and work experience
Preferred Qualification
Understanding of and commitment to equity and inclusion
Post-secondary coursework in Chemistry OR 6 months of teaching/tutoring experience in Chemistry
Experience in maintenance of organisms and other model systems, preparation of chemicals and maintenance of inventory
Understanding of subject matter and principles in microbiology, anatomy/physiology, biology, and chemistry
Knowledge of lab safety and the ability to convey this to others
Verbal and written communication skills sufficient to effectively communicate and collaborate with others
Other Requirements
This position is posted on the Minnesota State Careers website from July 28, 2025 - August 18, 2025. The posting will be removed from the website on August 19, 2025 at 12:01 am central time. Please complete the online application form and upload the following documents by the deadline:
Cover Letter
Resume
Within your application material, please address how you meet all minimum qualifications and any preferred qualifications for this position. Incomplete applications may not be accepted.
It is our commitment to ensure the selection process for this position is accessible to all candidates. Please contact the Anoka-Ramsey Human Resources Office, (763) 433-1160, to request a reasonable accommodation during the selection process.
Internal Applicants
All current Minnesota State institution employees will need to log into Workday to apply for the position via the Jobs Hub app. Jobs Hub can be found under the Menu, in the upper left-hand corner of Workday, under the Apps, and then Jobs Hub. Employees may also search for "Browse Jobs - Employees" in Workday via the search bar at the top to view open positions.
NOTICE: In accordance with the Minnesota State Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business, whether using a rental or state vehicle, shall be required to conform to Minnesota State's vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.
Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)
Monday- Friday (1:00 pm- 9:30 pm)
Telework
No
About
Anoka-Ramsey Community College (ARCC) is an open-door, comprehensive higher education institution committed to excellence in teaching and learning. ARCC has campuses in both Cambridge and Coon Rapids, Minnesota.
The aligned institutions of Anoka-Ramsey Community College and Anoka Technical College (ATC) are members of Minnesota State. With over 100 degree, certificate, and transfer programs across three campuses, ARCC and ATC have served the citizens of the Twin Cities and East Central Minnesota since 1965. Annually, the two colleges (three campuses) serve more than 16,000 learners of all ages and ethnicities as they pursue associate degrees that transfer as the first two years of a bachelor's degree, or technical and certificate programs that lead immediately to rewarding careers.
We are committed to responding to the educational needs of our changing communities and to providing opportunities for enhancing knowledge, skills, and values in a supportive learning environment. We recognize and assert the value of inclusion as an ethical imperative and as a necessity for academic rigor, student success, and lifelong learning. Our goal is to strive for inclusive excellence in our commitment to preparing all students and employees for success. Our commitment to inclusive excellence seeks to extend beyond academic offerings to meet diverse student interests as well as regional and economic needs.
Our college prides itself in our support for students' holistic needs. We have many students who are first-generation students, students with disabilities, veteran students, post-traditional students, and students who identify as LGBTQIA. The student population at ARCC is composed of
For more information about our college, please visit our website at http://www.anokaramsey.edu .
The safety of all is of vital concern. The Clery Act Campus Crime & Security Report is available to perspective employees at ARCC at http://www.anokaramsey.edu/about-us/safety-security/ . The campus Title IX Coordinator is Mike Opoku and can be contacted at mike.opoku@anokaramsey.edu or (763) 433-1272.
Benefits Information:
At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.
Desired Start Date:
09-15-2025
Position End Date:
Open Date:
07-28-2025
Close Date:
08-19-2025
Posting Contact Name:
Kim Sar
Posting Contact Email:
kimberly.sar@anokaramsey.edu
