Student Employee, Biology​/Chemistry Lab Assistant

Position Title:

Student Employee, Biology/Chemistry Lab Assistant Assistant

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

POSITION TITLE:

Student Employee, Biology/Chemistry Laboratory Assistant
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)

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

• 1. Enrolled at JJC for 6 or more credit hours in the fall/spring semester.
• 2. GPA of 2.0 or above.
• 3. Complete previous coursework in Biology and/or Chemistry
• 4. Must be able to work well with others
• 5. Must be able to communicate effectively
• 6. 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.

• 1. English and Spanish verbal and written communication proficiency.
• 2. 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

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