Paraprofessional (Chemistry & Biochemistry)

Paraprofessional (Chemistry & Biochemistry)

Department: Chemistry and Biochemistry

Campus Location: Main Campus

FLSA Status: Nonexempt/ Hourly

Position Type/ Work Schedule

1624 Hours per year

10 Months per year

37.5 Hours per week (Estimated)

About Us

At Colorado College, 2,300 students learn and live on our beautiful 99-acre campus in downtown Colorado Springs. We attract top students seeking new perspectives with an array of experiential learning opportunities possible only in an immersive learning environment. Here, students take only one class at a time to facilitate deep exploration of a topic. We call this the Block Plan. This unique approach allows members of our campus community to share a rhythm of experience as we work together to fulfill our mission.

Job Summary

Assist faculty and students in the teaching laboratories, assist stockroom supervisor to set up and clean up labs, grade student lab reports, promote lab safety, and perform the duties associated with supporting the faculty for chemistry and biochemistry lab courses; support college initiatives toward inclusion, equity, and anti-racism. The paraprofessional position is 10-months in the academic year with the possibility of a second year.

Responsibilities

• Assist the stockroom supervisor to prepare lab chemicals and supplies, clean up after labs, and dispose of laboratory waste for all labs and preparation spaces.

• Work with faculty to assist in lab classes; assist students with necessary concepts and demonstrate lab techniques; schedule student office hours.

• Attend annual lab, chemical and equipment safety training; confer with faculty and supervisor to promote and model safe lab practices; conduct lab safety lectures for students in each lab course and ensure appropriate student PPE usage.

• Assist in lab drawer check-in, check-out, and maintenance of lab equipment.

• Support laboratory grading needs for courses in consultation with faculty; maintain and update lab rubrics and lab procedure files and faculty grading preferences; grading is a primary responsibility.

• Assist faculty members with chemical demonstrations; demonstrate usage of equipment such as pH meter, burette, spectrophotometer, IR and NMR for lab classes; assist faculty with development of new labs by conducting experiments and providing feedback.

• Assist with department seminars including compiling senior seminar attendance forms, prepare, and clean seminar space.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry or Biochemistry, other scientific disciplines will be considered.

• Trained in basic laboratory techniques, lab safety, and concepts as relevant to chemistry and biochemistry curriculum.

• Ability to work effectively with diverse faculty, staff, and students.

• Good oral, written and communication skills; the ability to take initiative, to be a self-starter, and make decisions as necessary; the ability to form positive relationships with people from different cultural backgrounds.

• Computer skills including word processing programs, spreadsheets, and online platforms.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with CC Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry and the Block plan.

• 1-2 years related lab experience, such as learning assistant or tutor.

• Applicants are welcome to apply even if you do not meet the preferred qualifications. We value diverse perspectives and encourage individuals with a genuine interest in the role to submit their applications.

Other Position Details:

Does not supervise others

Position requires driving CC vehicles (drivers must be eligible for coverage under CC's insurance plan)

Application Instructions

Application Deadline - last day to submit an application: 3/31/2026

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

The dates of employment for the 26-27 Paraprofessionals: August 10, 2026 - May 28, 2027

In alignment with our commitment to reduce potential bias in hiring, applicants may redact any information that discloses their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance/graduation from educational institutions on resumes, certifications, transcripts, or other application materials. There will be no penalties for the omission of such information.

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range:

$20.03 per hour

What We Offer:

As part of the total compensation for Staff and Faculty roles, we offer a competitive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Paid vacation and sick time - accrual of 0.085 vacation hours for each hour worked and 0.0462 hours of sick time for each hour worked

• Paid seasonal breaks and holidays

• 403(b) retirement plans where employees contribute 5% of pay and CC contributes 10%

• Tuition benefits for employee and eligible dependents

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Assistance Program

• Wellness benefits include free access to the sports center, swimming pool, arts and crafts, outdoor programs, and financial consultants

Benefits and Wellness Information:

Please refer to our Benefits Page

Accommodation Statement:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and Colorado College’s policies, if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Colorado College, or if you cannot use the online application system, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (719) 389-6421 or HR@ColoradoCollege.edu

E-Verify Information:

This organization participates in E-Verify. For more information, visit www.e-verify.gov

Leave Information:

Please refer to https://www.coloradocollege.edu/basics/welcome/leadership/policies/vacation-leave-and-accrual.html

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