Chemistry Laboratory Assistant (Student)

Dakota State University; Fort Worth, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Dakota State University seeks a Chemistry Laboratory Assistant (Student) to support the Chemistry Lab Coordinator in preparing and cleaning up labs. You will help maintain lab spaces, prepare solutions, and assist with inventory and cleanup tasks on a part-time basis.

The role emphasizes proper lab techniques, accurate measurements, and the ability to work independently while following university policies and safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• Completion of General Chemistry I and II is preferred.
• Chemistry/Biochemistry major students preferred.
• Experience with basic laboratory techniques or General Chemistry I & II coursework preferred.

Responsibilities

• Wash, clean, and put up labware.
• Clean and organize lab equipment.
• Dispose of waste from lab surfaces, chemicals, and trash.
• Prepare solutions used in the labs.
• Prepare/cleanup each lab, including dispensing glassware and equipment.
• Assist in chemical inventory and restocking.
• Retrieve packages from the mailroom.
• Organize chemical lab supplies and stock.

Skills

General Chemistry knowledge

Laboratory techniques

Solution preparation

Titrations

Math skills

Independent work

Education

General Chemistry I

General Chemistry II

Job description

Chemistry Laboratory Assistant (Student)

Job Title Chemistry Laboratory Assistant (Student)

Position Summary

The student assistant will help the Chemistry Lab Coordinator prep and clean up labs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Washing, cleaning and putting up labware.
• Cleaning and organizing various lab equipment.
• Cleaning and waste disposal of lab surfaces, chemicals, and trash.
• Preparation of solutions used in the various labs.
• Preparation/clean-up of each lab, including dispensing glassware, solutions, equipment, and other lab needs.
• Assist in chemical inventory and restock of chemicals.
• Retrieval of packages from the mailroom.
• Cleaning/organizing chemical/lab supply and stock

Education, Certifications and/or Licenses

Completion of General Chemistry I and II is preferred

Experience

• Chemistry/Biochemistry major students preferred.
• Students who have demonstrated proper laboratory techniques or have taken a General Chemistry I and II course are preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of a General Chemistry course or skills in proper laboratory techniques.
• Able to use mathematical calculation in the preparation of solutions.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide into all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Able to use mathematical calculation (including basic algebra) in preparation of solutions.
• Able to use lab equipment to perform acid/base titrations.
• Ability to work independently in an efficient manner.
• Ability to learn quickly and retain information.
• Ability to wash and clean all labware as needed.
• Ability to wipe and organizing various lab equipment.
• Cleaning and waste disposal of lab surfaces and trash.
• Knowledge and ability to prepare solutions used in the various labs.
• Able to listen effectively and follow orders.
• Ability to be reliable and consistent in work activities.
• Discretion in handling confidential matters, while complying with FERPA regulations.
• Ability to follow University and departmental procedures and policies.
• The lab coordinator will aid in refreshing necessary math/chemical skills as needed.
• Able to listen effectively and follow orders.
• Needs to be reliable and consistent in work activities
• Lab coordinator will aid in refreshing necessary math/chemical skills as needed.
• Ability to complete all physical tasks as needed.