Federal Work Study Student Assistant
About The Position
The Veterinary Forensic Sciences Laboratory (VFSL) within the College of Veterinary Medicine is seeking a detail-oriented, reliable, and motivated Federal Work Study Student Assistant to support laboratory and administrative operations in a fast-paced forensic sciences environment. The role offers hands-on experience in an academic–forensic laboratory setting, with exposure to casework support, research activities, and operational workflows. The position is approximately 10 hours per week and is time-limited. Work is performed in person during office hours, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., excluding UF holidays.
Requirements
- Must be a current UF student.
- Must be eligible for Fall semester Federal Work Study.
- Must work in person during office hours, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., excluding UF holidays.
- Applicants must upload a cover letter, resume, and proof of Federal Work Study funding.
- A health assessment is required.
Nice To Haves
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
- Independent, creative thinker who can collaborate effectively in a team environment.
- Courteous, reliable, and punctual.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Graphic design skills, including creating publications, social media graphics, and infographics.
- Experience with Photoshop and other Adobe Creative Suite design software.
- Exposure to or interest in geospatial analysis using ArcGIS or related mapping platforms.
Responsibilities
- Maintain inventory and organization of laboratory supplies and consumables.
- Assist with routine laboratory audits and quality control tracking.
- Support scheduling and coordination of meetings, including preparation of materials and documentation.
- Prepare, edit, and manage documents, spreadsheets, and internal reports.
- Assist with daily administrative operations, including filing, photocopying, meeting minutes, and internal communications.
- Support coordination of VFSL events, trainings, and outreach activities.
- Assist with data organization and mapping projects, including basic geospatial data entry and support using ArcGIS.
- Perform other related duties and special assignments as needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
