Lab Assistant / Peer Mentor

VILLANOVA UNIVERSITY; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 14,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Villanova University is seeking a Lab Assistant / Peer Mentor to support biology lab activities at the Mendel Science Center. The role offers 5–20 hours per week for students, with work-study preferred but open to all students.

Pay is $10.00 per hour, with tasks including basic lab work, cleaning glassware, processing samples, and assisting with various analyses. Hours are Monday to Friday during class times and lab prep.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail; able to follow directions; science major preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Basic lab work; clean glassware; process samples.
• Assist with various types of analysis.

Skills

Attention to detail

Able to follow directions

Science background

Job description

Lab Assistant / Peer Mentor

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Position Information Posting Number: 20255589V Position Title: Lab Assistant / Peer Mentor Posting Type Student Hours/week: 5-20 Eligibility: Work study preferred but open to all students Semester 2025-2026 Academic Year Location Mendel Science Center Detailed Work Schedule Monday - Friday during class times and preparation of lab. Hours may vary due to duties that are assigned. Number of positions: 8 Department: 183-Biology Contact Name: Traci Rayer / Aimee McStravog Contact Phone/Extension: 610-519-7424 / 610-519-4832 Position Summary Information Job Description Summary: Basic lab work; clean glassware; process samples; assist with various types of analysis. Requirements: Attention to detail; able to follow directions; science major preferred, but not required. Previous lab experience a plus but not necessary. Additional Information: Must have good work ethic; includes summer, fall and spring semesters Physical Demands Summary: Wage Rate: $10.00 per hour Posting Detail Information Closing Date (11:59pm ET): Open Until Filled Yes

Posting Specific Questions

* Are you currently a registered Villanova student?

• Yes
• No

* Are you eligible for work study?

• Yes
• No
• I don't know

* Have you ever worked on campus before? If "Y", what department and semester/year?

(Open Ended Question)

* What is your availability (days, times)?

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Required Documents

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
• Resume / Curriculum Vitae