Student Lab Technician- Chemistry POOL

University of Kansas • Lawrence, KS

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Undergraduate Chemistry Laboratory Technicians are primarily responsible for the general upkeep, organization, and maintenance of general chemistry laboratories, preparation areas, and storage spaces. These technicians play a critical support role in ensuring a safe, efficient, and well-equipped environment for students, many of whom are freshmen or transfer students new to college-level chemistry. Lab techs provide essential technical support to faculty and staff to help deliver a seamless and safe laboratory experience.

Requirements

• Good academic standing, as indicated on application materials.
• Undergraduate student in Chemistry or a related field who has completed CHEM 130/135 (or equivalent courses), as indicated on application materials.
• During the semester term of the appointment, the student hourly must be enrolled in no fewer than 6 credit hours.
• For summer periods the student hourly must: (1) have been enrolled in no less than 6 hours in the past spring semester or (2) be pre-enrolled in the upcoming fall semester in no less than 6 hours or (3) be enrolled in summer session or (4) be admitted to study in the upcoming fall semester.
• Student Hourlies may be undergraduate or graduate students.
• Student employees are not eligible for remote work arrangements unless an exception is approved by the unit leadership and HR.
• This is an hourly/non-exempt position.
• A student employee cannot hold an hourly/non-exempt position and a salaried/exempt graduate or undergraduate position (GRA/GTA/GA/RUA/RGA) concurrently.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and order in lab and prep areas; ensure equipment and materials are returned to proper storage locations; restock supplies as needed.
• Assist with the preparation and setup of lab materials and equipment for upcoming experiments; ensure all tools and instruments are functioning properly.
• Follow and reinforce lab safety protocols; report any hazards, spills, or equipment malfunctions to supervisors promptly.
• Communicate effectively with faculty, staff, and peers; respond to requests and instructions in a timely and professional manner.
• Learn and apply new lab procedures, technologies, and tools; respond to feedback and adapt to evolving lab needs.

What This Job Offers

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