Opening For Laboratory Assistant @ Balewadi

VIBGYOR Group of Schools; Pune District; On-site; INR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

VIBGYOR Group of Schools is seeking a Laboratory Assistant to support science activities in its Pune labs. The role involves preparing equipment, assisting teachers during demonstrations, and maintaining safe, organized lab spaces for students and staff.

Responsibilities include stock management, proper chemical handling, and assisting in events that require lab resources, with a focus on safety and accuracy in daily tasks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Science (Physics/Chemistry/Biology) or related field.
• Prior experience in a school or educational laboratory preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare laboratory equipment, chemicals, specimens, and materials for practical sessions.
• Assist teachers during laboratory demonstrations and experiments.
• Maintain laboratory inventory and stock records.
• Ensure proper storage, labeling, and handling of chemicals and equipment.
• Monitor consumption of laboratory materials and raise requisitions for replenishment.
• Maintain cleanliness, hygiene, and organization of the laboratory.
• Conduct routine checks of laboratory instruments and report damages or repairs required.
• Ensure adherence to all laboratory safety guidelines and procedures.
• Maintain records of equipment issue/return and laboratory usage.
• Assist in disposal of laboratory waste as per safety norms.
• Support school events, exhibitions, and science fairs requiring laboratory resources.

Skills

Lab safety

Inventory management

Communication

Documentation

MS Office

Education

Science degree or diploma

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Job Purpose:

To assist in the smooth functioning of science laboratories by maintaining laboratory equipment, preparing materials for practical sessions, ensuring safety standards, and supporting teachers and students during laboratory activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare laboratory equipment, chemicals, specimens, and materials for practical sessions.
• Assist teachers during laboratory demonstrations and experiments.
• Maintain laboratory inventory and stock records.
• Ensure proper storage, labeling, and handling of chemicals and equipment.
• Monitor consumption of laboratory materials and raise requisitions for replenishment.
• Maintain cleanliness, hygiene, and organization of the laboratory.
• Conduct routine checks of laboratory instruments and report damages or repairs required.
• Ensure adherence to all laboratory safety guidelines and procedures.
• Maintain records of equipment issue/return and laboratory usage.
• Assist in disposal of laboratory waste as per safety norms.
• Support school events, exhibitions, and science fairs requiring laboratory resources.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree/Diploma in Science (Physics/Chemistry/Biology) or related field.
• Prior experience in a school or educational laboratory preferred.

Skills Required

• Basic knowledge of laboratory procedures and safety practices.
• Inventory and stock management skills.
• Attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Good communication and coordination skills.
• Basic computer proficiency (MS Office/Google Sheets).

Experience

• 1-3 years of experience in a laboratory support role (preferred).

Key Competencies

• Safety consciousness
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Accountability
• Time management
• Accuracy and attention to detail