Research Assistant (part-time) - Oldroyd Lab

DONALD DANFORTH PLANT SCIENCE CENTER • Creve Coeur, MO

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Oldroyd Lab at the Donald Danforth Plant Science Center is seeking a reliable and organized individual for a part-time Research Assistant position. The role supports the lab for 8 hours per week, on a regular schedule of 4 hours Monday and 4 hours Wednesday. Its primary focus is routine laboratory support tasks essential to day-to-day research operations.

Requirements

• Ability to carry out routine tasks carefully and consistently.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain a clean and orderly laboratory workspace.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with sterile technique or laboratory media preparation.
• An interest in laboratory research or plant science.
• Prior laboratory experience; students or trainees with relevant coursework in biology, chemistry, or a related field are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Clean laboratory materials, glassware, and other items generated from routine media preparation and experiments.
• Wash and sterilize laboratory supplies and equipment.
• Support general laboratory upkeep to maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Prepare media and stock solutions for experiments on an occasional basis.
• Assist with other routine laboratory support tasks as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed