Student Lab Assistant

Student Hourly Lab Assistant | University of Kansas

Lab work associated with the biodiesel initiative possibly including production and testing of fuels and delivery of fuel to customers.

100% Work to include but not be limited to:
Assisting in production of biodiesel from used cooking oil, testing of fuel properties according to ASTM procedures, working with logistics manager to coordinate oil pickup and fuel delivery, outreach with the University and community.

• At least sophomore level standing at KU.
• Good communication skills as evidenced by application materials.
• At least 2 years of MS office experience.

• 1 year prior experience with alternative fuels.
• 6 months prior laboratory experience.

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. (Exceptions granted for GRA/GTA/GA appointments DO NOT apply to Student Hourly appointments).

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.

In addition to the online application, a resume and cover letter are required to be considered for this position. Must have communicated with Dr. Susan Williams prior to applying. Only complete applications will be considered.

Susan Williams smwilliams

Application Review Begins 03-Jul-2026

Anticipated Start Date 06-Jul-2026

Advertised Salary Range $15.00 Hourly

Primary Campus University of Kansas Lawrence Campus

Temporary

Flexible 10 to 20 hours weekly. Not to exceed 20 hours weekly.

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