Major job duties
Science Lab Student Assistant I job duties:
- Prepare and put away laboratory supplies and equipment for all science courses.
- Calculate supply needs of laboratory experiments dependent on student numbers.
- Prepare chemical solutions, including using hazardous materials.
- Manage laboratory glassware.
- Multitask as required in coordination with lab team.
- Prepare culture media and reagents using aseptic technique according to standard protocols.
- Track and organize maintenance and calibration of equipment.
Oversee additional sections of undergraduate laboratories in absence of regular staff when offered.
- Explain laboratory procedures to others
- Enforce proper laboratory safety conduct
- React quickly in emergency situations.
Additional advanced lab assistant duties may include:
- Provide direction and demonstrate tasks to other science lab student assistants
- Diagnosing and fixing basic lab equipment
- Tests new or changes to lab procedures
- Assist faculty and staff with research and other projects
Qualifications and experience
- Completion of relevant Biology, Physics or Chemistry courses with a minimum grade of B+.
- Aptitude for helping fellow students understand content, develop ability, and gain confidence.
- Attention to detail and careful record keeping.
- Student must commit to completing entire academic semester.
To apply
Email resume, cover letter, and unofficial college transcripts to kathy.montz@metrostate.edu