Biology Lab Assistant, SC1BIOLBSBIOLO (FA26)
About The Position
This student position assists in biology and microbiology laboratories by preparing lab setups and materials, cleaning and storing glassware and chemicals, and maintaining laboratory and preparation areas. The assistant prepares chemicals and microbiology media and inoculations as directed, helps maintain cadavers, and must follow safety practices when preparing chemical solutions. Applicants must be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours during the Fall/Spring semester or 1 credit hour during the Summer semester, and generally have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0. The GPA requirement is waived for first-semester students. Students who qualify for Federal Work Study will be hired as Federal Work Study employees to use those funds. This is a student job; pre-employment testing is not required.
Requirements
- College-level biology or chemistry courses.
- Ability to follow instructions for chemical and media preparation.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Enrollment in at least 6 credit hours during Fall/Spring or 1 credit hour during Summer.
- Cumulative GPA of 2.0 or above; this requirement is waived for first-semester students.
- Work experience in a science area or a science major.
- COD Training.
- Lab Safety training.
- Compliance Training.
Responsibilities
- Assist with biology and microbiology laboratory setups.
- Clean and store glassware and chemicals used by students.
- Prepare chemicals and laboratory materials as directed.
- Prepare media and inoculations for microbiology.
- Clean and maintain glassware, laboratories, and preparation areas.
- Help maintain cadavers.
- Follow safety practices when preparing chemical solutions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
