CHSS Student Worker EPIC Lab (FWS-CSLP)

GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Grand Canyon University seeks a student employee to support vivarium operations. Duties include cage cleaning, weight logging for rats, and participation in testing sessions with the vivarium team.

Requirements include current full-time enrollment in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program, GPA stipulations, and strong verbal/written communication. Proficiency in MS Office and typing is expected. End date June 30, 2027; on-site work in Phoenix.

Qualifications

• Enrolled as a full-time student in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program at GCU.
• Maintain GPA requirements: 2.0 for Bachelor’s students; 3.0 for Master’s students.
• Maintain SAP standing with the University.

Responsibilities

• Assist in weekly cage cleaning.
• Weigh rats weekly and maintain weight log.
• Be present for testing sessions Monday–Saturday, 11:00–3:00 as needed.
• Maintain testing log and video database.
• Attend weekly vivarium leadership team meetings.
• Attend weekly lab meetings with the team.
• Monitor and communicate PPE/food/bedding orders.
• Handle equipment use and responsibilities.
• Good verbal and written communication is essential.
• Proficient typing skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Self-motivated with a desire to learn and serve.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Typing

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's program

Master's program

Tools

Outlook

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Primary Responsibilities /Accountabilities/ Essential Functions:

• Assist in weekly cage cleaning
• Weigh rats weekly/maintain weight log
• Be present for testing sessions Monday – Saturday, 11:00 – 3:00 as needed
• Maintain testing log and video database
• Be present for weekly meet ups with vivarium leadership team
• Be present for weekly lab meeting with entire team
• Monitor/Communicate with vivarium coordinator regarding PPE/food/bedding orders
• Equipment Use and Responsibility
• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient typing skills.
• Must be comfortable working in a professional environment with all levels of staff and faculty.
• Must be service oriented.
• Must be comfortable with GCU’s campus and departments to direct guests, students and staff.
• Must have prior computer knowledge and be able to copy, scan and fax documents.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Self-motivated with a desire to learn and serve
• Supervisory Responsibilities None.

Experience/ Education

Grand Canyon University is committed to a student first policy. Therefore, all applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements to be considered for student employment:

• Enrolled at GCU as a full-time student in a Bachelor’s program or Master’s program.
• Retain a 2.0 GPA as a Bachelor level student or a 3.0 GPA as a Master level student.
• Maintain good financial and academic (SAP) standing with the University.

Pay Rate

Minimum Wage

Anticipated End Date

June 30, 2027

GCU's Christian worldview has shaped the university's mission and growth for more than 65 years. As a Christ-centered higher education institution, GCU integrates faith, learning and work to connect the GCU community with distinct Christian principles and strong central values. The University values diversity among its students, faculty and staff, and invites applications from all qualified individuals, including minorities, females, individuals with disabilities and veterans. At GCU, working professionals may find their purpose in ways marked by compassion, service, integrity and concern for the common good. Employment is contingent upon the satisfactory outcome (as determined by the university) of pre-employment screening activities, including a background check. If you’re looking for jobs in admissions/enrollment, accounting, curriculum development, financial aid, human resources, information technology, marketing or other student service-related jobs at Grand Canyon Education, Inc. Visit our partner’s site at jobs.gce.com for more information.