Lab Assistant (Part-time) - Staff Pool

Houston Community College System; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join the Houston Community College System as a Part-Time Lab Assistant and support the operation of laboratory classes. This role includes assisting with the setup of lab equipment, maintaining inventory, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations, making it ideal for individuals with a passion for education and science.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year experience in an educational lab setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist instructors in operating laboratory classes.
• Organize and maintain lab inventory.
• Prepare lab experiments and demonstrations.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Technical Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Word processing applications

Spreadsheet applications

Job description

Lab Assistant (Part-time) - Staff PoolHouston, Texas, System WidePart-Time22001JB Requisition #Jan 07, 2025 Post Date

SUMMARY

Responsible for assisting with the setup of lab equipment, instructional materials, and lab resources which are utilized in the Department.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Assist instructors, as needed, in operating laboratory classes in the department.
2. Organize, maintain, and control inventory.
3. Assist the instructor or senior lab personnel in preparing lab experiments and demonstrations.
4. Comply with all applicable health and safety regulations, policies, and established work practices.
5. Maintain lab equipment by cleaning and performing basic repairs, contacting the supervisor for more complicated repairs.
6. Perform clerical assistance, as needed for lab maintenance and attendance purposes.
7. May assist/tutor students with using lab software and equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. The qualifications listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

EDUCATION

High School Diploma or GED required.

EXPERIENCE

1 year experience in an educational lab setting or related area preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

1. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
2. Proficiency in Word processing, spreadsheet and web page applications.
3. Able to work effectively with persons from diverse backgrounds .
4. Must be able to receive, organize, maintain, test, and setup lab, equipment, materials, or hardware supplies.
5. Familiar with an academic lab setup, configuration, and testing of related equipment.
6. Must be able to lift 25 lbs.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.

This job description may be revised upon development of other duties and changes in responsibilities.

The Organization

Houston Community College (HCC) is composed of 14 Centers of Excellence and numerous satellite centers that serve the diverse communities in the Greater Houston area by preparing individuals to live and work in an increasingly international and technological society. HCC is one of the country’s largest singly-accredited, open-admission, community colleges offering associate degrees, certificates, workforce training, and lifelong learning opportunities.

The Team
Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. You’ll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive, administrative, financial or something else, you’ll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cutting-edge academic and career tools, it also takes care of its people.

Location

Houston is a city with limitless possibilities:

Fourth-largest city in the U.S. and home to 54 Fortune 500 companies, second only to New York City’s 55.

Approximately 145 languages are spoken here.

Overall after-taxes living costs are 5.6 percent below the average for all 308 urban areas recently surveyed.

Houston is a major-league sports town, and don’t forget the annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.

The weather is great! Mild winters ensure that outdoor activities can be enjoyed year-round.

World-renowned medical care. The Houston metro area has long been known for its first-rate healthcare system, with many Houston area hospitals consistently ranking among the nation’s top institutions.

With over 150 museums and cultural institutions in the Greater Houston area, museums are a large part of Houston’s cultural scene.

Houston is the Culture & Culinary Capital of Texas with more than 7,500 restaurants and eating establishments covering 60+ cuisines.

If this sounds like the role for you and you’re ready to join an amazing team, please apply right away.

EEO Statement

Houston Community College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran’s status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Osvaldo Gomez, Director EEO/Compliance, Title IX Coordinator
Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX

PO Box 667517

Houston TX, 77266

713 718.8271 or [e-mail]

HCC values its employees and their contributions, promotes opportunities for their professional growth and development, and provides a positive working and learning environment that encourages involvement, innovation, and creativity.

Individuals with disabilities, who require special accommodations to interview, should contact [phone].