What are the responsibilities and job description for the Educational Assistant III - Life Sciences, BRDG Park position at St. Louis Community College?
Title: Educational Assistant III - Life Sciences, BRDG Park
Employee Classification: 52 Wks Unit
Department: Life Sciences
Salary Range: $41,951
Who We Are
We are not-for-profit: St. Louis Community college (STLCC) is a non-profit institution dedicated to empowering students, expanding minds, and changing lives. Employees are committed to strengthening the St. Louis community with inclusive and transformative education.
We are a respected employer: For 60 years, STLCC has served the St. Louis community, expanding to 4 main campuses, 2 education centers, 2 workforce training centers, and 5 centers of excellence. More than one-half of the households in St. Louis have at least one member who has taken classes at STLCC.
We make an impact in the community: Through credit courses, continuing education, and workforce development programs, STLCC annually serves nearly 69,000 students. More than 80% of career and technical graduates employed in their fields or continue their education at four-year institutions within six months of graduation. STLCC sends more transfer students to Missouri’s four-year colleges/universities than anyone else.
We value Diversity, equity & inclusion: STLCC is committed to fostering an atmosphere of appreciation for all people, regardless of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or class.
What You Get
Benefits package [for full-time employees]: STLCC offers one of the best benefit packages in the St. Louis area. As a STLCC employee you will have access to a 100% match on your contribution to retirement, two health insurance plans options that are no cost to the employee - including an HSA option, low-cost life insurance with a 3x salary benefit, and other low-cost benefits including dental, vision, AD&D, ST LT disability insurance.
Opportunity to grow: Over half of our employees have served the college for more than 12 years, exploring different career paths and advancing to higher level positions.
Education & training opportunities: STLCC offers tuition waivers for employees [full-time and part-time] their dependents. Full-time employees can take advantage of tuition reimbursement for other institutions after just 6 months of service, and an annual professional development allotment.
Work/life balance: Full-time STLCC employees have access to a generous time off package, including holidays, vacation, personal days, medical leave, and other leave options. Our holiday schedule even includes a paid winter holiday at the end of the calendar year.
Commitment to wellness: STLCC HR boasts a dedicated health and wellness specialist who is enthusiastic about creating a culture of wellness throughout the College. With access to college wellness vendors, employees are educated, motivated, and rewarded for healthy behaviors. STLCC employees and anyone living in their household also have access to an employee assistance program (EAP) that can help them with virtually any life need.
The Basics Of This Position
This Educational Assistant III position is essential to the STLCC Center for Plant and Life Sciences (CPLS) as its laboratory manager, primarily operating in the biotechnology training labs at BRDG Park (1005 N Warson Rd, Creve Coeur MO).
The role supports STLCC’s mission by overseeing CPLS activities, events, and lab operations, including:
What You'll Do
Lab Operations and Material Preparation
Prepare, package, transport, and reintegrate laboratory materials for biotech courses and trainings, both on-site and off-site.
Troubleshoot and resolve issues with labs, reagents, kits, equipment, and instrumentation.
Maintain and coordinate repairs for CPLS equipment and instrumentation.
Inventory and Safety Management
Manage lab supplies inventory, ordering, and receiving.
Oversee biohazardous and chemical waste disposal and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
Maintain biological and chemical safety standards at BRDG Park and ensure proper documentation, including SDS.
Collaboration and Support
Interface with faculty, students, interns, CPLS staff, and other College departments to support activities and events.
Assist students in achieving educational goals through paraprofessional support.
Orient new instructors and provide information about College and departmental policies and procedures.
Administrative and Reporting Tasks
Prepare forms, charts, and generate reports on lab and operational activities.
Administer, grade, and record placement tests, and answer related questions.
Attend meetings, workshops, and special classes, serving on departmental committees as needed.
Supervision and Training
Train and assign work to student assistants.
Additional Responsibilities
Service audio-visual equipment as needed.
Provide College-related information to students, including details about job openings and opportunities.
Occasionally visit local high schools to share College resources and programs.
Perform other duties as assigned to support CPLS and STLCC initiatives.
Education, Experience, And Other Requirements
Employee Classification: 52 Wks Unit
Department: Life Sciences
Salary Range: $41,951
Who We Are
We are not-for-profit: St. Louis Community college (STLCC) is a non-profit institution dedicated to empowering students, expanding minds, and changing lives. Employees are committed to strengthening the St. Louis community with inclusive and transformative education.
We are a respected employer: For 60 years, STLCC has served the St. Louis community, expanding to 4 main campuses, 2 education centers, 2 workforce training centers, and 5 centers of excellence. More than one-half of the households in St. Louis have at least one member who has taken classes at STLCC.
We make an impact in the community: Through credit courses, continuing education, and workforce development programs, STLCC annually serves nearly 69,000 students. More than 80% of career and technical graduates employed in their fields or continue their education at four-year institutions within six months of graduation. STLCC sends more transfer students to Missouri’s four-year colleges/universities than anyone else.
We value Diversity, equity & inclusion: STLCC is committed to fostering an atmosphere of appreciation for all people, regardless of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or class.
What You Get
Benefits package [for full-time employees]: STLCC offers one of the best benefit packages in the St. Louis area. As a STLCC employee you will have access to a 100% match on your contribution to retirement, two health insurance plans options that are no cost to the employee - including an HSA option, low-cost life insurance with a 3x salary benefit, and other low-cost benefits including dental, vision, AD&D, ST LT disability insurance.
Opportunity to grow: Over half of our employees have served the college for more than 12 years, exploring different career paths and advancing to higher level positions.
Education & training opportunities: STLCC offers tuition waivers for employees [full-time and part-time] their dependents. Full-time employees can take advantage of tuition reimbursement for other institutions after just 6 months of service, and an annual professional development allotment.
Work/life balance: Full-time STLCC employees have access to a generous time off package, including holidays, vacation, personal days, medical leave, and other leave options. Our holiday schedule even includes a paid winter holiday at the end of the calendar year.
Commitment to wellness: STLCC HR boasts a dedicated health and wellness specialist who is enthusiastic about creating a culture of wellness throughout the College. With access to college wellness vendors, employees are educated, motivated, and rewarded for healthy behaviors. STLCC employees and anyone living in their household also have access to an employee assistance program (EAP) that can help them with virtually any life need.
The Basics Of This Position
This Educational Assistant III position is essential to the STLCC Center for Plant and Life Sciences (CPLS) as its laboratory manager, primarily operating in the biotechnology training labs at BRDG Park (1005 N Warson Rd, Creve Coeur MO).
The role supports STLCC’s mission by overseeing CPLS activities, events, and lab operations, including:
- Preparing, transporting, and managing lab materials for biotech courses and trainings.
- Troubleshooting lab issues, maintaining equipment, and coordinating repairs.
- Managing lab supplies, biohazardous/chemical waste, and safety compliance (including SDS documentation).
- Supporting biological and chemical safety at BRDG Park.
- Collaborating with faculty, students, interns, and staff.
What You'll Do
Lab Operations and Material Preparation
Prepare, package, transport, and reintegrate laboratory materials for biotech courses and trainings, both on-site and off-site.
Troubleshoot and resolve issues with labs, reagents, kits, equipment, and instrumentation.
Maintain and coordinate repairs for CPLS equipment and instrumentation.
Inventory and Safety Management
Manage lab supplies inventory, ordering, and receiving.
Oversee biohazardous and chemical waste disposal and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
Maintain biological and chemical safety standards at BRDG Park and ensure proper documentation, including SDS.
Collaboration and Support
Interface with faculty, students, interns, CPLS staff, and other College departments to support activities and events.
Assist students in achieving educational goals through paraprofessional support.
Orient new instructors and provide information about College and departmental policies and procedures.
Administrative and Reporting Tasks
Prepare forms, charts, and generate reports on lab and operational activities.
Administer, grade, and record placement tests, and answer related questions.
Attend meetings, workshops, and special classes, serving on departmental committees as needed.
Supervision and Training
Train and assign work to student assistants.
Additional Responsibilities
Service audio-visual equipment as needed.
Provide College-related information to students, including details about job openings and opportunities.
Occasionally visit local high schools to share College resources and programs.
Perform other duties as assigned to support CPLS and STLCC initiatives.
Education, Experience, And Other Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent and over one (1) year of relevant full-time experience.
- Availability 24/7 to emergency situations affecting key laboratory operations such as power outages and cold storage malfunctions.
- Ability to communicate with instructors during day, evening, and Saturday class times.
- Ability to perform significant physical work in a laboratory setting.
Salary : $41,951
