Lab Student Employee (Physics)

Moraine Valley Community College; Palos Hills (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Moraine Valley Community College is seeking a Lab Student Employee (Physics) to support physics labs at Main Campus. The role includes lab setup, equipment distribution, and aiding students with basic procedures.

Hours range 10–20 per week, scheduled around class commitments. Candidate should demonstrate confidentiality, sound judgement, organization, and teamwork within the Physical Science department.

Qualifications

• Effective verbal and written communication (listening included).
• Critical thinking for problem solving and decision-making.
• Teamwork and relationship building within the department.
• Current technology skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet, Email).
• Dependable with strong work habits; able to manage time and priorities.
• Open, inclusive, respectful interaction with all people.

Responsibilities

• Assist with lab procedures and equipment use for physics labs.
• Prepare lab materials and maintain lab areas between sessions.
• Distribute and maintain equipment; support faculty with setup and cleanup.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and exercise good judgement.

Skills

Effective communication

Critical thinking

Teamwork

IT skills

Self-management

Cultural inclusion

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Internet

Email

Job description

Position Title:

Lab Student Employee (Physics)

Posting Number:

SE0081

Student Employment Type of Position:

Lab

Academic Year:

2026-2027

Actual Salary:

$15.00

Semester:

Spring , Fall, Summer

Department:

Physical Science

Supervisor:

Michael Bates

Direct Supervisor Email:

[e-mail]

Direct Supervisor Phone:

708-974-5679

Work Location:

Main Campus

Duties/Skills:

Interpersonal Skills, Organizational Skills, Ability to maintain strict confidentiality, Good Judgement, Cleaning and maintenance, Lab preparation, Equipment distribution and maintenance, Hardware/software installation, Ability to assist students with basic lab procedures and equipment use

Qualifications-The student hired for this position should know how to::

• Effectively Communicate: Student must have effective and clear verbal and written communication (including listening skills).
• Demonstrate Critical Thinking: Students must engage in critical thinking (problem solving, decision-making, applied knowledge, creativity) to initiate and implement solutions to problems.
• Participate as a Productive Member of a Team: Student must use teamwork skills (relationship building, interpersonal skills) and become a contributor to the department.
• Utilize Information & Technology Effectively: Student must have current technology skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet, Email, etc.).
• Implement Self-Management Skills: Student must be dependable with strong work habits; able to manage time and priorities, work independently, punctual and operate for the greater good & provide service to all.
• Cultural Inclusion: Student must demonstrate openness, inclusiveness, sensitivity, and the ability to interact respectfully with all people and value individuals’ differences.

Additional Job Duties/Skills/Requirements:

• This position may require a background check. Demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

Days Needed:

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Times Needed:

The job will largely work around the student’s class schedule, 10-20 hours a week depending on availability and need.

Posting Date:

08/31/2026