Federal Work Study - Lab Assistants

East Carolina University; Zwolle; On-site; EUR 14,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

East Carolina University’s Department of Biology is seeking several Lab Assistants to help set up and maintain materials for BIOL 1051 and BIOL 1101 lab courses. Responsibilities include washing glassware, caring for small organisms, and making solutions, with strict adherence to lab safety protocols.

Qualifications include a minimum GPA of 2.5, basic science knowledge, and the ability to work both independently and in a team.

Qualifications

• Requires basic science knowledge and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a group setting.
• Preference for science majors such as Biology, Earth & Atmospheric Sciences, Geography & Geospatial Data Science, Mathematics, Physics.

Responsibilities

• Washing glassware.
• Caring for small organisms.
• Making solutions.
• All student employees must follow lab-specific safety protocols.

Skills

Basic science knowledge

Organizational skills

Independent work

Teamwork

Lab safety protocols

Job description

Will the position be subject to the CBC policy?

Will the position be subject to the CBC policy? No

Job Description

ECU Department of Biology is currently seeking several Lab Assistants to help set up and maintain materials for BIOL 1051 and BIOL 1101 lab courses. This position will include:

• Washing glassware
• Caring for small organisms
• Making solutions
• All student employees are required to follow lab specific safety protocols.

GPA Requirement

GPA Requirement Minimum of 2.5

This position requires basic science knowledge, organizational skills, working independently, and working in a group setting. All majors accepted. However, science majors such as those listed below are preferred.

• Biology
• Earth & Atmospheric Sciences
• Geography & Geospatial Data Science
• Mathematics
• Physics

License/certification required

Additional Information

Unless otherwise identified in the applicable job posting and consistent with University policy, the University will principally employ individuals who reside in the State of North Carolina to the greatest extent practicable. As such, most positions at East Carolina University require employees to live and work in North Carolina (or live within a reasonable daily commuting distance from their duty station) after hire. Candidates should be prepared to relocate within a reasonable, agreed-upon time after an offer of employment has been made and accepted to meet this requirement.

East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at [phone] (Voice/ TTY ) or ADA [e-mail].

Eligibility for Employment

Individuals submitting profiles for these positions must be current ECU students, in good-standing and meet the respective GPA requirement as required by the position type. Final candidates may be subject to criminal & sex offender background checks based upon the duties and responsibilities of the position. Some vacancies also require motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• What is your ECU Student email address?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * What is your major of study?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * What is your Grade Point Average (GPA)?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * What is your current year of study?
  • Freshman
  • Sophomore
  • Junior
  • Senior
  • Graduate
• * What is your anticipated Graduation Date?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Have you been approved for federal work study? (Please note that you will need to add your federal work study authorization form online).
  • Yes
  • No
• * Describe any previous employment experiences you have had: Type of Work; Leadership Roles; Customer Service; Etc.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Did you take BIOL 1101, Principles of Biology 1 Lab
  • Yes, at ECU
  • Yes, at another institution
  • AP credit
  • No
• * Did you take BIOL 1051, General Biology Lab?
  • Yes- At ECU
  • Yes-At another institution
  • AP Credit
  • No
• * Do you have previous laboratory experience? If so, please describe (including any lab related skill sets).

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Do you have another position at ECU? If yes, where?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Which days are you able to work 3-hour shifts between 8am-6pm on Mondays through Fridays? Please list specific days and specific times.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Anything else you would like to add that would merit consideration?

  (Open Ended Question)