MS Lab Assistant

Lincoln; Buenos Aires; Hybrid; ARS 670,000 - 893,000; Part time

Job summary

Lincoln School in Buenos Aires, Argentina, seeks a part-time MS Science Lab Assistant (60%) to support the Middle School Science Department. The role focuses on lab preparation, safety, inventory management, and classroom support, collaborating with science staff to deliver engaging experiments.

Required: undergraduate degree or equivalent in science or related field, fluency in English and Spanish, and prior school lab experience. International school experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree, technical diploma, or equivalent qualification in Science, Laboratory Technology, Education, or related field.
• Fluency in English and Spanish with excellent written and spoken communication.
• Prior experience in a school science laboratory.
• Experience managing laboratory equipment, chemicals, and safety protocols.
• Experience supporting student learning and collaborating with instructional staff.
• Experience in an international school setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, test, and supervise laboratory activities and experiments.
• Maintain WHS knowledge, hazardous chemical regulations, and risk assessment procedures.
• Keep laboratories, prep areas, and storage rooms clean and hazard-free.
• Manage inventory of laboratory equipment, materials, and chemicals.
• Ensure supplies are available for all planned science activities.
• Review catalogs, order supplies, and organize and dispose of materials.
• Support student learning during classroom and laboratory sessions.
• Provide coverage for teachers during brief absences when required.
• Update and install needed technology for science classes; maintain equipment inventory.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Safety awareness

Education

Undergraduate degree or equivalent in Science/Lab Technology

Job description

We empower extraordinary learners and foster an inclusive, innovative environment for educators and staff.

Part-time indefinite-term / Part-time permanent ·

MS Science Lab Assistant

Lincoln School is seeking a part-time (60%) MS Science Lab Assistant to join our Middle School team.

Position Summary

The MS Science Lab Assistant is responsible for supporting the smooth operation and delivery of the curriculum in the Middle School Science Department. Working collaboratively with science staff, the Lab Assistant ensures that classes are provided with necessary equipment and materials, maintains laboratories and preparation/storage areas in a hazard-free and tidy manner, and supports student learning and classroom activities.

Key Responsibilities

Laboratory Preparation & Safety

Study, set up, test, and supervise various laboratory activities and experiments.

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Workplace Health and Safety (WHS), hazardous chemical regulations, and risk assessment procedures.

Ensure laboratories, preparation areas, and storage rooms are clean, organized, and free of safety hazards.

Inventory & Supply Management

Manage inventory of laboratory equipment, materials, and chemicals.

Ensure necessary supplies are present for all planned science activities.

Review catalogs, order supplies for teachers, complete order forms, and properly organize, store, and dispose of materials.

Instructional & Teacher Support

Support student learning during classroom and laboratory sessions in collaboration with science teachers.

Provide administrative and practical support to teachers (e.g., photocopying, preparing supplies)

Provide coverage for classroom teachers during brief absences when required.

Update and install necessary technological equipment, hardware, and software for science classes.

Maintain equipment inventory and manage digital book versions and technology resources in classrooms.

Education

Undergraduate degree, technical diploma, or equivalent qualification in Science, Laboratory Technology, Education, or a related field.

Languages

Fluency in both English and Spanish.

Excellent oral and written communication skills in both languages.

Experience

Prior experience working in a school science laboratory.

Experience managing laboratory equipment, chemicals, and safety protocols.

Experience supporting student learning and collaborating with instructional staff.

Preferred Qualifications / Skills

Experience in an international school setting.

In-depth knowledge of current laboratory safety regulations, chemical handling, and risk assessment procedures.

Understanding of Middle School education, adolescent development, and Middle School Science curriculum.

Strong organizational and laboratory management skills.

Additional Qualifications

Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with students, parents, teachers, and administrators.

High level of responsibility, attention to detail, and commitment to workplace safety.

Ability to contribute to an inclusive, safe, and engaging learning environment.

Work Schedule

To be agreed with MS Principal (60% of working week, potential to make up to 100% schedule).