Science Laboratory Assistant

Position Summary :

Working under the supervision of the Laboratory Supervisor or other administrator, the Science Laboratory Assistant provides critical assistance to the Laboratory Supervisor and faculty by setting up, maintaining, and operating one or more assigned academic labs or centers. The Science Laboratory Assistant’s main function is to ensure a safe, productive, and well-prepared educational laboratory environment.

Example of Job Duties :

Under the direction of the Laboratory Supervisor or other administrator, the incumbent is accountable for the following essential functions :

• Prepares and dispenses solutions and chemical materials used for laboratory classes which may include reagents, chemicals, acids, bases, buffers, and stains
• Setting up, arranging, and testing lab equipment, apparatus, and materials
• Adapting equipment and materials to specific learning objectives set by faculty
• Planning and preparing equipment and materials for future lab sessions
• Performing routine cleaning and maintenance of lab equipment and arranging for repairs and service from outside vendors
• Observing standards of safety in the setup, operation, and disposal of lab supplies and equipment
• Tracking laboratory inventory, preparing requisitions for required laboratory materials when necessary
• Maintains materials safety data sheets (MSDS) for all department chemicals and products
• Assisting instructors in conducting educational experiments, providing instruction and demonstration when necessary
• Supervising student lab assistants employed by the department by providing training and work direction
• Dispose of all chemical waste, per Chemical Hygiene Plan and Department of Public Health.
• Maintain lab safety bulletin board.

This posting includes qualifications, experience and skills but is not limited to the full specifications stated in the job description. Candidate may perform some or all of the job functions.

Minimum Qualifications :

Associate degree in a related field and relevant laboratory experience.

Successful Candidate must have or must possess :

Candidates must possess proven ability to effectively work with culturally, linguistically, and ethnically diverse faculty, staff, and students. Experience with reflective, interactive, culturally responsive pedagogical teaching techniques. They are expected to have excellent oral and written communication skills along with strong Information technology literacy skills such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams etc.)

Preferred Qualifications :

Salary : $34.06 hourly.