Federal Work Study - Biology Lab/Greenhouse Assistant 2026-2027

Position Details

The purpose of the Federal Work-Study Program is to give a student an opportunity to develop skills, gain on-the-job experience for future employment, and give the student flexibility to work around class schedules.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be a Bay College student in the work study program to be considered for this position.
• Eligibility for work-study is determined after you file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
• Work-study requires that you are degree seeking and enrolled in a minimum of one credit that applies towards the semester you are employed.
• You must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress.

Job Duties

• Assists with preparation, setup, and cleanup for biology labs
• In conjunction with faculty, individual is responsible for cleaning, organizing, inventorying, and maintaining as needed all laboratory equipment, glassware, instruments, computers, and supplies in the biology lab
• In conjunction with greenhouse supervisor, individual oversees and manages ongoing activities in the greenhouse, including watering, weeding, planting, propagation, and pest management
• Lab work: Preparation, setup, cleanup
• Maintain inventories and general cleanup
• Some light lifting; occasionally hot, dirty and dusty work
• Adherence to safety standards

Department Information

Contact(s): Beth Berube, Director of Human Resources Shena Turan, Human Resources Specialist
Contact Phone/Extension: 906-217-4016
Contact Email: [email protected]
Contact Fax: 906-217-1625