Student Lab Assistant Science _Non-FWS Job Washington area,District of Columbia USA,Science

Student Lab Assistant [Science] I _Non-FWS Position Title

Student Lab Assistant [Science] I _Non-FWS

Level of Support

Student Support I

Position Type

Non-FWS

Number of Openings

Work Hours

During Standard Business Hours (M-F 8am-5pm)

Wage Per Hour

18.90

Division/School

School of Engineering and Applied Sciences

Department Name

176101 CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING

Position Specific Summary

Generally – Student will support faculty and students with research projects.
Ability to help mix 300 lbs batches of concrete using an electric powered concrete mixer.
Ability to lift and carry 60 pounds of weight to a Dolly Trolley cart , ability carry out other related concrete work under the guidance and supervision of a professor or Lab Manager.

Standard Position Description

The student will perform basic laboratory duties and maintain supplies and stocks/inventory.
Tasks may include: assisting in specific projects being completed in the lab; preparing experiments, cleaning equipment and lab space, caring for animals or plants, and assisting students.
Special projects or other duties may be assigned related to specific departmental needs.

Professional Outcomes

Critical Thinking
Communication
Teamwork
Leadership
Professionalism
Inclusion
Technology and Data
Career Development

Required Qualifications

This is an entry level position, little to no experience required, all training will be provided (Students working in an instructional capacity should be very familiar with the subject area in which they are working).

Job Open Date

10/06/2026

Job Close Date

05/31/2027

Work Type Designation

In-Person

Hiring Manager Name

Doreen Walters-Edwards

EEO Statement

The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action ( EEO /AA) employer committed to maintaining a nondiscriminatory, harassment–free, diverse work and education environment. The university does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law in any of its programs, activities, or employment practices.
For more information on this policy and its purpose, please read the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement .

The student employee will:
Have access to process or view financial transactions, student records/grades, employee records, medical records, and/or social security numbers.

- Background check required.

Supplemental Questions

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