Federal Work Study Student

University Of Florida; Gainesville, Northern (FL, KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Florida on the Main Campus in Gainesville, FL is seeking a part-time Student Assistant to assist with routine lab maintenance tasks. The role involves washing glassware, preparing supplies, and keeping the workspace organized on a daily basis.

The position pays $15.00 per hour and requires the candidate to have an approved Federal Word Study Permit for 2026. No prior lab experience is required; safety procedures must be followed and tasks may vary as needed.

Qualifications

• Have an approved Federal Word Study Permit for 2026.

Responsibilities

• General lab maintenance: washing glassware and prepping lab supplies.
• Autoclaving biohazardous waste.
• General organization and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Lab safety procedures

Organized

Independent work

Physical labor

Job description

Job no: 541002
Work type: Student Ast
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Facilities Operations/Skilled Trades, Office/Administrative/Fiscal Support
Department: 28100000 - VM-INFECT DISEASE & IMMUNOLOGY

Job Description:

This position will be responsible for general lab maintenance including but not limited to: washing glassware, autoclaving biohazardous waste, prepping lab supplies for experiments, general organization and other duties as assigned

$15.00 / hourly

Required Qualifications:

Have an approved Federal Word Study Permit for 2026.

Preferred:

• Ability to follow laboratory safety and biohazard procedures
• Reliable, organized, and able to work independently
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and perform routine physical lab tasks
• No prior laboratory experience required

Health Assessment Required:

Health Assessment Required: No

Advertised: 18 Aug 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 25 Aug 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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