Science Lab Assistant - Chemistry

About the role

The Science Lab Assistant supports student academic success by preparing, assisting, and resetting lab sessions. Works in conjunction with Dean of General Education and faculty to coordinate instructional lab sessions. Assists students with experiments during lab sessions. Assists faculty members with instructional components of lab sessions.

Responsibilities

• Understands and educates students on proper hazardous waste disposal procedures.
• Stores and disposes of hazardous waste following OSHA and campus safety protocols.
• Enforces lab safety codes in all science lab areas to assure student and colleague safety.
• Communicates professionally with science faculty regarding special needs and maintenance of laboratory facilities.
• Collaborates with General Education Faculty for purchasing of all science supplies and special equipment.
• Collaborates with General Education Faculty for coordinating service and replacement of laboratory equipment.
• Efficiently sets up science labs.
• Organizes and restocks laboratory supplies.
• Accounts for laboratory inventory and reports to supervisor for ordering supplies.
• Efficiently breaks down labs and assists with clean up.

Requirements

• Graduate degree in biology or related field with relevant coursework in Biology, Microbiology, or Chemistry from an accredited program recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
• At least 15 semester credit hours or equivalent in the subject area.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, perform basic mathematical calculations, follow oral and written instructions; and knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.
• Familiarity with laboratory equipment.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Skills

• None specified

Benefits

• Competitive pay and opportunities for professional development.
• Dynamic organizational culture within a supportive working environment.
• Rest and relaxation with generous PTO and holiday benefits.
• Robust health and welfare benefits package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, and vision.
• Preparation for the future with a 401(k) and company match.

Pay

• Not specified

Schedule

• Part time opportunity - Monday - Friday from 500pm-900pm.