Student Employee, Biology​/Chemistry Lab Assistant Assistant

Student Employee, Biology/Chemistry Lab Assistant

The Biology/Chemistry lab assistant will assist with Biology/Chemistry laboratory prep by cleaning and maintaining laboratory equipment.

Position Status:
Part-time

Department:
Natural Sciences and Physical Education

Division:
Academic Affairs

Reports To:

Biology Lab Supervisor

Classification:
Non-exempt

Minimum Pay Rate: $15.00 per hour (Position is FWS Eligible)

Essential

Job Duties and

Key Responsibilities:

• Abide by Safety Procedures & Policies as detailed in the JJC Chemical Hygiene Plan
• Prepare laboratory materials for all Biology and Chemistry courses.
• Prepare media for Microbiology Labs, including operating the autoclave & practicing aseptic techniques.
• Maintenance of aquariums, plants, lab animals and other living specimens.
• Maintenance of cadavers.
• Maintenance of laboratory equipment & supplies, including cleaning, storage & inventories.
• Maintenance of classrooms and general lab clean-up.
• Prepare chemical solutions. Observe proper handling and disposal of hazardous materials.
• Work 10-20 hours per week, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8 am to 4:00 pm. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Enrolled at JJC for 6 or more credit hours.
• GPA of 2.0 or above.
• Complete previous coursework in Biology and/or Chemistry
• Must be able to work well with others
• Must be able to communicate effectively
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with other members of the college and community, displaying cultural competence as well as emotional intelligence.

Preferred Qualifications:

• English and Spanish verbal and written communication proficiency.
• Demonstrated multicultural competence.

Physical Demands:
Some Moderate Lifting Required

Working Conditions:

Duties are performed indoors in the usual office and/or outdoor environment.

Scheduled Weekly

Hours:

This is a student employee position that works around your class schedule. May work up to 20 hours per week during the fall and spring semesters. During summer and holiday breaks (Winter/Spring), may work up to 28 hours per week with supervisor approval.