Biology Lab Assistant - Part-Time, Glassware & Media Prep

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Kentucky in Lexington (FWS Fall 2026) seeks a Biology Laboratory Assistant to support routine lab tasks in a Federal Work Study program. The role involves washing and autoclaving glassware, media preparation, and basic lab upkeep.

Ideal candidates are dependable, detail-oriented and organized, with basic familiarity of standard equipment like pH meters and pipettes. Shift runs weekdays 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• N/A related experience.
• Familiar with standard lab equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Wash and autoclave laboratory glassware and instruments.
• Prepare biological media/solutions.
• Assist with general laboratory maintenance.

Skills

Dependability

Attention to detail

Efficient

Organizational skills

Record keeping

Education

High school diploma

Tools

pH meter

scale

pipette

Job description

University of Kentucky in Lexington (FWS Fall 2026) seeks a Biology Laboratory Assistant to support routine lab tasks in a Federal Work Study program. The role involves washing and autoclaving glassware, media preparation, and basic lab upkeep.

Ideal candidates are dependable, detail-oriented and organized, with basic familiarity of standard equipment like pH meters and pipettes. Shift runs weekdays 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.