Location: Cheney
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Work Schedule Type: Regular
Work Schedule: M-F 8am-5pm with occasional nights and weekends as needed.
Term of Appointment: 12 Months
Job Summary
The College of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (CSTEM) at Eastern Washington University is currently seeking skilled and team-oriented applicants for the following position: Instructional Classroom Support Technician 2 to support the Department of Chemistry, Biochemistry and Physics.
The ICST 2 position provides professional instructional support by assisting faculty with experiments, demonstrations, and program development across academic, technical, and field-based settings. The role applies scientific or technical knowledge to implement, adapt, or modify existing instructional activities using standard methods, support undergraduate courses and involves limited design or development work rather than independent research or teaching.
Position focus is on operations, safety, instructional support, and compliance.
The Instructional Classroom Support Technician 2 will:
- Set-up and prepare reagents, materials, equipment and manage chemical waste disposal for both upper and lower division physics and chemistry labs
- Assist faculty with preparation of reagents and equipment for physics and chemistry demonstrations
- Support and assist students in physics and chemistry laboratories
- Implement laboratory policies and procedures as required
- Conduct and support safety orientations for students and student employees
- Inspect and monitor safety equipment
- Monitor the proper disposal of chemical waste and support its disposal
- Maintain chemical inventory, tracking systems and stockroom organization
- Perform routine maintenance on laboratory instruments and equipment
- Advise faculty on student challenges encountered in laboratory settings
- Respond to laboratory emergencies
- Recommend improvements to laboratory procedures and operations
- Prepare and maintain reports related to laboratory operations
EWU is committed to supporting and promoting a workforce that is welcoming to all and encourages applicants of all backgrounds to apply for this position.
The salary for this position is $48,996 (minimum) up to $56,700. Where the candidate will begin within the range is dependent on education, experience, and skills.
In addition to salary, the university offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, life and disability insurance and retirement. In addition, EWU offers generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 13 paid holidays per year and fringe benefits, such as tuition waiver for employees and eligible family members, discounted EWU sports tickets, full access to our campus workout facilities at a minimum fee and free transportation through STA buses. For additional information regarding insurance benefits please see our Benefits page.
Conditions of Employment
This position, during the course of university employment will be involved in the receipt of, or accountability for, university funds or other items of value, as well as the unsupervised access with the developmentally disabled, vulnerable adults or children under the age of 16. The offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion and passing of a background check prior to beginning employment.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa currently. Sponsorship is not available for this position at this time.
All new employees will comply with EWU Immunization Policy 602-02 and provide proof of immunity or vaccination to MMR before beginning work at EWU. Waivers for the immunization requirements are available for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs.
This position is covered by the Washington Federation of State Employees' Collective Bargaining Agreement: WFSE-EWU CBA Bargaining Units 1 and 2 2025-2027. After starting employment, employees will complete the required training via Canvas. The Office of Employee Belonging, Development, and Leadership will reach out to you concerning Workplace Belonging training.
Interviews might be conducted via Zoom (camera must be enabled). If so, candidates must be able to demonstrate competence using Zoom and other technologies.
Applications are open and accepted until recruitment is closed. Screening of applications will begin August 17, 2026. All materials will be held in strictest confidence; references will not be contacted until candidates have been notified.
About Eastern Washington University
Eastern Washington University, a regional, comprehensive public university with an enrollment of over 10,000 students, is one of six state-funded four-year institutions of higher education in Washington, each governed by its own board of trustees. As the region's polytechnic, we are recognized for our distinctive approach to hands-on learning that leads to in-demand careers. EWU's 300-acre main campus is located in Cheney, a community of 12,000 residents 16 miles southwest of Washington's second largest city, Spokane. Eastern also offers programs in downtown Spokane at the innovative, energy-efficient Catalyst building, the SIERR building which is a hub for research, development and advancement of health sciences. In addition, EWU programs can be found at select locations throughout the state, aligned with the needs of the community. Eastern contributes to the vitality of the region and the state through its wide array of bachelor's and master's degrees in over 100 fields of study, as well as applied doctorates in physical therapy and educational leadership, offering accessible pathways to career success and personal development to students of all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.
Eastern Washington University has been recognized for its commitment to helping undergraduate students learn, grow and succeed by Colleges of Distinction, a nationally trusted resource guide for college-bound students. The honor recognizes Eastern as a '26 -'27 College of Distinction (CoD), the second consecutive year it has received the national recognition.
Tribal Land Acknowledgement
At Eastern Washington University, we are proud to recognize the land of the Spokane Tribe and other tribes that shared the land for fishing and trading. The Spokane Tribe, Coeur d'Alene Tribe, Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation, the Kalispel Tribe, and the Nez Perce Tribe are integral to the cultural heritage and traditional ethnological knowledge of the land.
Native American heritage is woven into the fabric of our institution, enriching our community through tribal culture, historical teachings, and tribal language, and is embraced daily by students, staff, faculty, and the Eastern Washington community.
At EWU, we are committed to reflecting on and acknowledging the historical injustices of genocide and the forced removal of tribal peoples and all our relatives. EWU recognizes and honors tribal sovereignty and government to government relationships with tribes.
From here forward, EWU will remain committed to supporting, honoring, and recognizing the Native American community and the dynamic contributions that are shared with our university.
Equal Opportunity Statement
EWU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, age, marital status, families with children, protected veteran or military status, HIV or hepatitis C, status as a mother breastfeeding her child, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, as provided for and to the extent required by state and federal laws.
Physical Demands
If you would like to obtain a copy of the Essential Functions Analysis form, which describes the physical and mental demands of the position, please contact jobs@ewu.edu
Protective Equipment
General safety glasses or chemical splash goggles, full face shield, gloves, lab coat, close-toed shoes, fitted respirator, hearing protection. University, local, regional and state mandates for public and personal protection should be followed as needed.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in the natural sciences or an equivalent combination of training, formal education and/or research training or service laboratory operations experience
- Flexibility in meeting student and faculty needs
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in higher education
Other Desired Skills and Abilities
- Be student-centered and have a strong sense of responsibility for student success
- Be detail-orientated and organized
- Have strong prioritization, time management, and follow-through skills
Work Schedule Type
Regular
Work Schedule
M-F 8am-5pm with occasional nights and weekends as needed.
Special Instructions to Applicants
It is strongly recommended that you print a copy of these instructions and the position posting before you begin to complete the online application, as the instructions will not be viewable once you begin the application process.
Required documentation includes all of the items listed below.
- Attach a detailed cover letter in which you explain how you meet each of the required qualifications [and preferred qualifications, if applicable]. It is preferred that you provide the information in a bulleted list or as a table within your cover letter.
- Attach a chronological resume including work history and major duties, education, and any specialized training or skills related to the position. List at least 3 professional references including: names, titles, organization name, phone numbers, email addresses, and connection to you (these can be identical to the references listed on the application).
- Complete the online application form and respond to the online questions, if applicable.
- Mission Statement Response - EWU's mission is to provide an inclusive, equitable, and transformative learning experience, driving the pursuit of knowledge with affordable academic excellence. We are committed to serving first-generation, Pell-eligible students. How would you contribute to this mission?
- Please do not upload resumes that include photos of yourself.
Proposed Job Duties & Responsibilities
| % of Time | Responsibility / Duty | Essential Duty? |
|---|---|---|
| 75 | Laboratory Operations & Readiness: Lab setup accurately and on time each quarter; Equipment and instructional instruments maintenance; Timely lab setup, breakdown, and reset | Yes |
| 5 | Safety & Compliance: Reporting of safety incidents; Safety inspections; Completion of safety orientations; Compliance with chemical storage, labeling, and disposal standards; Timely response to lab emergencies (injuries, spills, equipment issues) | Yes |
| 5 | Chemical & Inventory Management: Chemical inventory and tracking records; Chemical waste disposal within regulatory timelines; Stockroom organization and audit completion; Identification and removal of expired or unusable materials | Yes |
| 5 | Instructional & Faculty Support: Courses, experiments, and demonstrations supported; Faculty lab readiness and support; Implementation or modification of lab procedures; Consultation with faculty regarding student lab issues | Yes |
| 5 | Student Support: Student lab check-ins; Assistance provided during lab sessions; Reduction in recurring student lab errors | Yes |
| 5 | Process Improvement & Documentation: Recommend or implement lab procedure improvements; Timely and accurate completion of required records and reports; Implementation of new or revised policies and procedures by deadlines | Yes |
To apply, visit https://jobs.ewu.edu/jobs/instructional-classroom-support-technician-2-chemistry-biochemistry-and-physics-c99608-cheney-washington-united-states