WS - KYCO Methods Lab Assistant - FWS

KYCO METHODS LAB ASSISTANT
Division: KYCO
Department:
Academic Affairs

Experience:

Entry-level
Job Code: FWSKYCOMTHLABA
Supervisor/

Reports To:

Eilene Kinzer

Start Date:

8/24/2026
Assist faculty in preparing labs and maintaining a clean, organized, and functional environment for optometry training. Ideal for KYCO students interested in clinical and laboratory support experience.
Responsibilities And Career Competencies

• Assist faculty in preparing for lab and proficiencies - C, TW, P
• Maintain and organize laboratory space - P, T, CSD
• Monitor supplies in laboratory and assist with re-orders - P, T, CT
• Restock supplies in laboratory lanes - P, T
• Inform appropriate people if lab equipment needs maintenance - C, P, T
• Assist with other tasks necessary to ensure proper functioning of labs - TW, P, CT

Competencies/

Skills:

Communication (C), Teamwork (TW), Professionalism (P), Career & Self Development (CSD), Critical Thinking (CT), Community Transformation (CTR), Leadership (L), Technology (T)
Preferred

Skills:

Word, Excel, PowerPoint, attention to detail, strong active listening abilities, public speaking, written & verbal communication, customer focused, willingness to learn new things.

Work Schedule:

Wednesday & Friday: 4:00pm - 5:00pm;
Monday varies; other days: no hours. Hours flexible to accommodate student schedule; priority during open hours and special events.
Work Conditions:
Normal office environment.
Physical Demands:
Lifting and carrying up to 10 lbs.
Number of Positions: 1
Pay Rate: $12.50/hour

Location:

HPE, 4th and 5th floor Methods Lab

The University of Pikeville is an equal opportunity employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. The University of Pikeville does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, or disabilities in its programs, activities, hiring, or the admission of students.