Instructional Support Tech II (Instructional Support Tech II), College of Natural Sciences

Job Description:

Instructional Support Tech II (Instructional Support Tech II), College of Natural Sciences

Description

Job Summary:

This position provides comprehensive support for lower- and upper-division anatomy, physiology, and biology laboratories by preparing and maintaining equipment, supplies, specimens, and living materials; supporting laboratory safety and animal care; and providing technical guidance to ensure a safe and effective learning environment.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinates the preparation, setup, testing, and cleanup of equipment, supplies, specimens, and materials for lower- and upper-division anatomy, physiology, and general biology laboratory courses.
• Consults with faculty regarding instructional needs and adapts established laboratory procedures, materials, and equipment configurations to meet course objectives.
• Advises and assists faculty with implementing Course-based Undergraduate Research Experience (CURE) activities, including the use of specialized or living materials.
• Troubleshoots technical problems to minimize disruptions to laboratory instruction.
• Maintains inventories of laboratory supplies, chemicals, scientific equipment, and instructional materials for the main campus and Palm Desert Campus (PDC).
• Lifts, carries, and moves equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds to receive, store, organize, prepare, and distribute laboratory resources.
• Evaluates course needs and inventory levels to determine purchasing requirements.
• Advises faculty on equipment and material options that support instructional and student research needs, including CURE activities.
• Orders materials and equipment, resolves order discrepancies, and maintains required purchasing and inventory records.
• Performs routine equipment maintenance and troubleshooting at the main campus and PDC and coordinates specialized repairs when necessary.
• Travel to the Palm Desert Campus as needed using a personal or department vehicle when available.
• Performs animal husbandry and related technical duties, including feeding, cleaning, observing animals, restocking supplies, and preparing and maintaining equipment.
• Identifies and reports changes in animal condition or laboratory environments and takes appropriate action within established protocols.
• Manages biohazardous waste in accordance with applicable safety procedures.
• Follows species-specific husbandry procedures, IACUC-approved protocols, and campus procedures for animal handling, sanitation, biosecurity, personal protective equipment, and waste disposal.
• Monitors animal food and water intake, behavior, activity, physical appearance, and signs of illness, injury, or distress.
• Monitors housing conditions, including temperature, humidity, lighting, enclosure security, water quality, and filtration performance for aquatic species.
• Takes routine corrective action within established procedures, such as replenishing food or water and providing enrichment.
• Records animal observations and care activities on room sheets as required.
• Promptly reports abnormal findings, suspected illness or injury, environmental concerns, equipment failures, or situations outside established procedures to the Animal Health Technician or Principal Investigator.
• Applies laboratory safety requirements to chemicals, equipment, biological materials, and procedures used in laboratory and field instruction.
• Maintains and updates safety information, chemical records, equipment instructions, and waste-handling procedures for students, faculty, staff, and responding agencies.
• Identifies safety concerns and implements or recommends corrective action within established guidelines.
• Provides technical training and guidance to faculty, staff, and students on the safe and proper use of specialized laboratory and field equipment.
• Provides instruction on scientific procedures, CURE laboratory activities, and established protocols.
• Troubleshoots technical problems and recommends appropriate procedures or equipment adjustments.
• Performs other classification-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Equivalent to three years of experience providing instructional support services for a related unit or discipline, or in producing materials or supplies or repairing equipment in a discipline related to the area to which assigned.

or

• Equivalent to two years of college with 16 semester units in courses involving extensive use of materials, supplies, or equipment and in a discipline related to the area may be substituted for one year of the required experience.

or

• Equivalent to four years of college with 16 semester units in courses involving extensive use of materials, supplies, or equipment and in a discipline related to the area to which assigned may be substituted for two years of the required experience.

Required Qualifications:

• Knowledge of the principles of performing support services; knowledge of the principles, methods, and techniques related to the discipline and the curriculum; knowledge of the materials and supplies in the curriculum and the curriculum and their uses.
• Ability to plan, organize, and schedule activities; ability to operate technical equipment related to the discipline; ability to maintain records; ability to adjust and perform simple maintenance of technical and scientific equipment.

Special Conditions:

• Some responsibilities may require the ability to lift up to 50lbs. Travels to Palm Desert Campus as needed to perform these responsibilities using own vehicle or department vehicle when available.

Compensation and Benefits:

The salary offered will take into account internal equity and experience among other factors.

Initial salary step placement will be Step 1 - $4,595 per month for qualified candidates.

CSU Classification Salary Step Range: $4,595 - $6,694 per month (Step 1 - Step 20)

The CSU system provides a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans, membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), sick and vacation time, and 15 paid holidays a year. Eligible employees are also able to participate in the fee waiver education program. A summary of benefit information can be found here .

Position Information:

Work status: Full-time / Non-Exempt / Probationary

CSUSB’s standard hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This position may require occasional evening and weekend work to support departmental activities, special events, and other university functions. Work schedules may vary and are subject to change based on business needs.

Staff: The application deadline is November 19 th , 2026, at 11:55 pm (PST).

California State University, San Bernardino, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California. As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

California State University, San Bernardino is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (i.e. H1-B Visas).

CSUSB is not an E-Verify employer and cannot support visa holders with certain requirements (e.g., H1B, F1, STEM OPT).

Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

Conditions of Employment

Background Check

Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

Drivers License Check

Possession of a valid Driver's License is required. Employees in this position will be enrolled in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Government Employer Pull Notice Program which confirms possession of a valid driver's license and reflects driving record.

Mandated Reporter

The person holding this position is considered a `mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

Campus Security Authority

This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) position under the federal Jeanne Cleary Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. CSAs are responsible for reporting allegations of Clery Act Crimes reported to them or that they witness. CSA training is required.

I-9

CSUSB hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. See Form I-9 Acceptable Documents at https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents .

On Campus Commitment

In our commitment to the furthering of knowledge and fulfilling our educational mission, California State University, San Bernardino seeks a campus climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the entire variety of human experience. We welcome people from all backgrounds, and we seek to include knowledge and values from many cultures in the curriculum and extra-curricular life of the campus community. We will create, promote, and maintain activities and programs that further our understanding of individual and group diversity. We will also develop and communicate policies and promote values that discourage intolerance and discrimination.

Closing Statement:

Reasonable Accommodation

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact CSUSB Benefits at [email protected] .

Smoking

CSUSB is a smoke and tobacco-free campus. See policy at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/6591951/latest/ .

Clery Act

In compliance with state and federal crime awareness and campus security legislation, including The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, California Education Code section 67380, and the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA), the Cal State San Bernardino Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available at: https://www.csusb.edu/clery-act

Advertised: Nov 05 2026 Pacific Standard Time
Applications close: Nov 19 2026 Pacific Standard Time