Chemistry Lab Assistant Student Employee, #0883

Oakton College • Des Plaines, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Chemistry Lab Assistant Student Employee will assist the Chemistry department in organizing and maintaining a clean and safe chemistry laboratory. Daily tasks include setting up and tearing down labs, preparing chemical solutions, cleaning equipment and communicating issues to the lab supervisor. This is a student employment position for Fall 2026 with the opportunity to renew. The position offers flexible hours based on the student's schedule, including evening hours, and requires adherence to all safety protocols.

Requirements

• Enrolled in at least six credit hours during the fall semester.
• Must have an overall GPA of 2.0 or higher and be in good standing at Oakton College.
• Eligible to work in the United States.
• 1 semester of college chemistry or 1 year of high school chemistry required.
• Knowledge of basic laboratory equipment.
• Must be willing to follow all safety protocols for working in a Chemistry laboratory, including wearing PPE, or proper protective equipment (safety glasses, lab coat), and dress properly (long pants, shoes that completely cover the feet, long hair confined, etc).
• Solid communication skills.
• Dependable and efficient.

Responsibilities

• Helps to set up experiments, make solutions, clean and maintain laboratories in the chemistry area.
• Clean glassware & instruments, restocks shelves.
• During semester breaks, clean student drawers, and laboratory equipment.
• Able to work with a team and independently, able to multitask & quick learner.
• Some computer knowledge (Microsoft Word and Excel, Google Suite).
• Adhere to written and verbal safety rules.
• Must be dependable and efficient.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED