Art Lab Assistant (Student Work-Study)

Mercer University; Alabama; On-site; USD 11,000 - 16,000; Part time

Job summary

Mercer University in Alabama is seeking a Lab Assistant - Art to support the Art Department. The role is up to 10 hours per week on a published schedule, performing equipment upkeep, printing assistance, and space maintenance.

You will ensure the dehumidifier runs continuously, charge mice, manage printer inks, assist with ART/GRA printing and laser cutting, and help keep the lab clean and organized. Start date is 08/28/2026 with an end date of 05/08/2027.

Qualifications

• The role requires basic lab oversight and routine equipment handling.

Responsibilities

• Empty the dehumidifier and keep it running.
• Plug in all mice to charge.
• Maintain inventory of inks for all printers and keep a shared inventory doc.
• Operate printers to assist ART/GRA projects, not for other uses.
• Operate the laser cutter to assist ART/GRA projects, not for other uses.
• Help maintain a clean space, tidy surfaces, and disinfect keyboards/desktops.

Job description

Mercer University in Alabama is seeking a Lab Assistant - Art to support the Art Department. The role is up to 10 hours per week on a published schedule, performing equipment upkeep, printing assistance, and space maintenance.

You will ensure the dehumidifier runs continuously, charge mice, manage printer inks, assist with ART/GRA printing and laser cutting, and help keep the lab clean and organized. Start date is 08/28/2026 with an end date of 05/08/2027.