Student Employee, Biology​/Chemistry Lab Assistant Assistant

Position Title:

Student Employee, Biology/Chemistry Lab Assistant

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

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)

• 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 and practicing aseptic techniques.
• Maintain aquariums, plants, lab animals and other living specimens.
• Maintain cadavers.
• Maintain laboratory equipment & supplies, including cleaning, storage & inventories.
• Maintain 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 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Other duties as assigned.

• 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.

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

Some moderate lifting required.

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

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.

Part time