Chemistry and Biochemistry Student Lab Technician

Chemistry and Biochemistry Student Lab Technician

Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veteran status, or others, as required by law and university policy.

• Position Title: Chemistry and Biochemistry Student Lab Technician
• Requisition Number: H00067P
• Position Category: Hourly/Work Study
• Campus
  
  Location:
  
  Weber State University – Ogden, UT
• Hourly Pay Rate: $12.00

Lab Technician will assist in lab preparation and clean‑up in the chemistry laboratory, handling a variety of chemicals and applications. The successful candidate must be consistent, reliable, and able to attend to assigned duties with attention to detail.

• Student at Weber State University
• Successful completion of Principles of Chemistry I (Chem 1210 lecture and 1215 lab) or higher‑level chemistry courses and labs
• Excellent verbal communication skills, ability to work well with others, and strong attention to detail

• Major in Chemistry or Biochemistry or related field
• Eligibility for Federal Work Study program
• Preference for Work Study, though open to other students

The position requires frequent standing, reaching, and occasional lifting of objects up to 20 pounds, as well as light to moderate force for routine tasks.

Employees must have adequate visual acuity, including color and depth perception, to perform laboratory tasks, data analysis, and computer use.

Work is performed in a chemistry laboratory with exposure to chemical hazards, noise, vibrations, and atmospheric conditions such as fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, and poor ventilation.