Federal Work Study - Lab Assistants

East Carolina University; Greenville (NC); On-site; USD 14,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

East Carolina University is seeking several Federal Work Study Lab Assistants to help set up and maintain materials for BIOL 1051 and BIOL 1101 lab courses on campus in Greenville, NC.

Duties include washing glassware, caring for small organisms, and preparing solutions, with adherence to lab safety protocols. Minimum GPA 2.5; open to all majors, science majors preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum GPA of 2.5.
• All majors accepted; science majors preferred.
• Basic science knowledge and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a group.

Responsibilities

• Washing glassware.
• Caring for small organisms.
• Making solutions.
• Follow lab-specific safety protocols.

Skills

basic science knowledge

organizational skills

work independently

teamwork

Job description

Federal Work Study - Lab Assistants

Position Information

• Advertising Department: BIOLOGY, DEPT OF
• Academic Term/Year: FALL 2026/SPRING 2027
• Position Title: Federal Work Study - Lab Assistants
• Posting Number: 08485
• Position Number: 08485
• Student Job Category: Student - Federal Work Study On-Campus
• Position Location: On-campus
• City: Greenville
• State: NC
• Number of Vacancies: 3
• Rate of Pay: $12.00/hourly
• FLSA Status: FLSA Non-exempt
• Will the position be subject to the CBC policy?: No

Job Description

ECU Department of Biology is currently seeking several Lab Assistants to help set up and maintain materials for BIOL 1051 and BIOL 1101 lab courses.

• Washing glassware
• Caring for small organisms
• Making solutions
• All student employees are required to follow lab specific safety protocols.

GPA Requirement

Minimum of 2.5

Preferred (Majors, Experience, GPA, etc.)

This position requires basic science knowledge, organizational skills, working independently, and working in a group setting. All majors accepted. However, science majors such as those listed below are preferred.

• Biology
• Biochemistry
• Chemistry
• Earth & Atmospheric Sciences
• Environmental Studies
• Geography & Geospatial Data Science
• Mathematics
• Neuroscience
• Physics
• Psychology

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.

Quick Link for Direct Access

https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/96013

Open Date

08/04/2026

Close Date

04/01/2027

Open Until Filled

No

Nondiscrimination Statement

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 [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.