Evening Science Lab Assistant (On-Site)

ctstatecommunitycollege; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 43,000 - 61,000; Part time

Job summary

CT State Community College is seeking an Educational Assistant (Lab Assistant) to support daily campus laboratory operations on site in Bridgeport, CT. The role is part-time (up to 17 hours per week) with a mid-shift schedule and an anticipated start in September 2026.

The ideal candidate holds an Associate’s degree in a related field, has laboratory experience, and demonstrates strong written and spoken communication.

Qualifications

• Relevant laboratory experience
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)
• Ability to work effectively with diverse backgrounds and abilities

Responsibilities

• Prepares sterile media, reagents, stains, chemicals, standards, etc., per lab protocols
• Maintains microorganisms and living specimens as required
• Maintains viability and quality control of bacterial cultures used in labs
• Sets up, tests and maintains lab equipment and materials for classes
• Trains and supervises student lab assistants as assigned
• Ensures safety and proper disposal of lab supplies and waste

Skills

Laboratory experience

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Associate’s degree in a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

CT State Community College is seeking an Educational Assistant (Lab Assistant) to support daily campus laboratory operations on site in Bridgeport, CT. The role is part-time (up to 17 hours per week) with a mid-shift schedule and an anticipated start in September 2026.

The ideal candidate holds an Associate’s degree in a related field, has laboratory experience, and demonstrates strong written and spoken communication.