Federal Work Study - Lab Assistant

East Carolina University; North Carolina; On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

East Carolina University seeks a lab assistant in the Department of Earth, Environment and Planning to support upkeep of facilities, labs, equipment and vehicles. The position reports to the Facilities Maintenance Technician and duties include cleaning, organizing, and maintaining department spaces and field equipment.

The role emphasizes maintaining lab environments and supporting various labs, with a focus on cleanliness, organization, and safety.

Qualifications

• GPA requirement minimum 2.0.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License and pass background check.
• Experience in geoscience labs preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning and general maintenance of Geological Science labs
• Cleaning, organization, and maintenance of field and lab equipment
• Cataloging equipment and materials for surplus or storage
• Washing and detailing department vehicles and assisting with vehicle maintenance
• Assisting with the organization, maintenance, and set up of departmental spaces, such as offices, computer labs, and class labs
• Other duties as assigned to support the work of the Facilities Maintenance Tech

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

GPA minimum 2.0

Job description

Will the position be subject to the CBC policy?

Will the position be subject to the CBC policy? Yes

Job Description

ECU Department of Earth, Environment and Planning is currently seeking a lab assistant to help with the upkeep and maintenance of our facilities, labs, equipment, and vehicles.
The position will report to our Facilities Maintenance Technician, Scott Rose. The department supports a diverse range of research and teaching activities; duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Cleaning and general maintenance of Geological Science labs
• Cleaning, organization, and maintenance of field and lab equipment
• Cataloging equipment and materials for surplus or storage
• Washing and detailing department vehicles and assisting with vehicle maintenance
• Assisting with the organization, maintenance, and set up of departmental spaces, such as offices, computer labs, and class labs
• Other duties as assigned to support the work of the Facilities Maintenance Tech

GPA Requirement

GPA Requirement Minimum of 2.0

Experience with geoscience labs and equipment is preferred but not required.

License/certification required

Must have a valid Driver’s License and be able to pass a driver’s license verification background check.

Special Instructions to Applicant

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. All offers of employment are conditional and subject to verification of background information, with satisfactory results required before the start of the position.

Additional Instructions to Applicants

Unless otherwise identified in the applicable job posting and consistent with University policy, the University will principally employ individuals who reside in the State of North Carolina to the greatest extent practicable. As such, most positions at East Carolina University require employees to live and work in North Carolina (or live within a reasonable daily commuting distance from their duty station) after hire. Candidates should be prepared to relocate within a reasonable, agreed-upon time after an offer of employment has been made and accepted to meet this requirement.

East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act ( ADAAA ) should contact the ADA Coordinator at [phone] (Voice/ TTY ) or ADA [e-mail].

Eligibility for Employment

Individuals submitting profiles for these positions must be current ECU students, in good-standing and meet the respective GPA requirement as required by the position type. Final candidates may be subject to criminal & sex offender background checks based upon the duties and responsibilities of the position. Some vacancies also require motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity at [phone] or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to [e-mail]. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * What is your major of study?
  (Open Ended Question)
• * What is your current year of study?
  • Freshman
  • Sophomore
  • Junior
  • Senior
  • Graduate
• * Have you been approved for federal work study? (Please note that you will need to add your federal work study authorization form online).
  • Yes
  • No