College Laboratory Asstistant 2 - Biology / CLA2

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Working Title:

College Laboratory Asstistant 2 - Biology / CLA2

Institution:

Normandale Community CollegeCollege Laboratory Asst 2

Bargaining Unit / Union:

207: AFSCME - Technical

City:

Bloomington

FLSA:

Non Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Classified - Seasonal (Seasonal)

Salary Range:

$21.89 - $31.44

We are a proud equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, and we seek applicants with deep connections to the cultural communities to which our students belong. We actively seek and encourage applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

NOTICE OF VACANCY: two openings

CLA2    

Classification:    College Laboratory Assistant 2

Seasonal (academic year), Full Time

Monday–Friday: 8-hour shifts on-site between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM.
*Schedules are established each semester and may vary based on lab operational hours. *Assigned shifts apply only to the current semester and are subject to change in subsequent semesters.

Salary Range:     Hourly from $21.89 to $30.58; Annually from $45,706 to $63,851

*Salary placement is dependent on education and experience

(Please note that a different range may be displayed elsewhere in this post due to a glitch, this is the correct range.) 

This vacancy is posted on-line from Wednesday, March 24, 2026 to Wednesday, April 8, 2026 until 11:59 PM.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Biology Learning Center (BLC) serves about 3000 students annually at Normandale Community College (NCC) and is a unique learning facility that provides individualized and self-paced laboratory experiences for students. The College Laboratory Assistant 2 position exists to assist in the operation and maintenance of the BLC particularly in solution, media, and material preparation, and to provide assistance to students. Under limited supervision the incumbent performs technical work within the BLC; Prepares and sets up lab activities; assists   students in carrying out laboratory experiments and answers questions related to lab exercises and procedures; oversees daily activities of the laboratory; performs related work as required. 

This position reports to the Academic Operations Supervisor and works collaboratively with biology faculty to support all aspects of the division’s efforts in support of the college’s strategic framework.  The framework includes three college goals: 

achieve racial equity in educational outcomes by 2025; achieve associate degree or baccalaureate transfer completion rate of 50% or better for degree-seeking students by 2030; and support and sustain a pervasive institutional culture that is culturally competent and service oriented.

This position will actively advance the college’s strategic goals, including achieving equity in educational outcomes and supporting a culturally responsive and service-oriented culture, through individual and departmental efforts.  

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

ESSENTIAL: These qualifications are required to move forward; as such, (ensure your application contains descriptions of your education and work experience sufficient to demonstrate competency in each of the following):

Minimum Qualifications (expected to have to enter job)  

• Associates degree or higher degree in biology OR an equivalent combination of education and work experience in related field.

Other knowledge, skills, and abilities that we will be interviewing for:

• Ability to demonstrate problem solving skills.

• Ability to work with students and staff from diverse backgrounds.

• Administrative skills sufficient for record keeping and organization of the lab.

Preferred Qualifications (desired but not expected to have to enter job)

• Bachelor’s degree in biology

• Coursework in chemistry, general biology, molecular biology, and microbiology

• Proficiency with microscopy, aseptic technique, culturing and isolation of bacteria, preparation of microbiological media and other reagents.

• Knowledge of pH meters, spectrophotometers, analytical balances, and preparation of chemical reagents

• Ability to effectively communicate with students, staff, faculty, and supervisor.

• Demonstrated ability to maintain clean, organized, and well‑managed work environments

• Strong attention to detail and adherence to established workplace standards

WHY NORMANDALE COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Normandale is the largest community college in the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system, annually serving almost 15,000 students from a diverse set of backgrounds, 42% of whom are students of color and nearly 25% are first-generation. We offer opportunities for individuals to grow, learn, and advance their careers while working for an organization that is committed to providing an inclusive and equitable space for students and employees to learn.  We are passionately committed to achieving racial equity in student outcomes and in advancing cultural responsiveness in the classroom and services provided.

GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE

As an agency of the State of Minnesota, Normandale offers a comprehensive benefits package including low-cost medical, dental, vision insurance, income protection plans, generous vacation and sick leave, 11 paid holidays each year, employer paid life insurance, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, and tax-deferred compensation plans. Additional benefits include tuition waivers available for yourself and eligible dependents once certain criteria are met.

For information on benefits, visit SEGIP’s website SEGIP. For more information on retirement benefits, please view the retirement brochure through MMB. 

This position is also part of the American Federation of State, County, & Municipal Employees (AFSCME). AFSCME-MultiUnit-2025-2027-Contract.pdf  many additional benefits provided. 

The College regrets that it is unable to offer H-1B sponsorship at this time. The successful candidate, under U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations, must be available to accept work in the U.S. by the day employment begins.

An offer for this position may be contingent upon the completion of a background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Normandale Community College is committed to honoring human differences and cultivating inclusion of different values and ideas in employment and education opportunity. The college is committed to the principle that all individuals are to be treated with equality and dignity. 

No person shall be discriminated against in the terms and conditions of employment, personnel practices, or access to and participation in, programs, services, and activities with regard to race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. In addition, discrimination in employment based on familial status or membership or activity in a local commission as defined by law is prohibited. 

Reasonable accommodation will be made for applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance, please contact Human Resources at (952) 358-8269 or jobs@normandale.edu. Please indicate what assistance is needed. 

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:

07-15-2026

Position End Date:

04-15-2027

Open Date:

03-24-2026

Close Date:

04-09-2026

Posting Contact Name:

John Norman

Posting Contact Email:

john.norman@normandale.edu