Laboratory Aide - Flexible Part-Time, Research Lab

Wayne State University; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Wayne State University in Detroit is seeking an experienced Laboratory Aide for the Physiology department. You will maintain and sterilize glassware, manage equipment and supplies, and assist in distributing materials to labs while supervising a small team of student workers.

The role includes unique duties in a fly kitchen: cooking food for fruit flies, scaling ingredients, and meeting weekly orders; facilities upkeep and cleanliness are required.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Some knowledge or experience with laboratory equipment.
• Ability to handle wet, slippery glassware safely.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Effective communication with others.
• Experience in a laboratory setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform standardized work routines for maintenance and custodial service in a teaching/research laboratory.
• Collect, clean and sterilize glassware and related materials; operate washing/sterilizing equipment.
• Deliver equipment and supplies; stock storerooms and package teaching supplies.
• Provide direction to 1–3 student/temporary staff; assign and monitor tasks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Lab equipment familiarity

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Wayne State University in Detroit is seeking an experienced Laboratory Aide for the Physiology department. You will maintain and sterilize glassware, manage equipment and supplies, and assist in distributing materials to labs while supervising a small team of student workers.

The role includes unique duties in a fly kitchen: cooking food for fruit flies, scaling ingredients, and meeting weekly orders; facilities upkeep and cleanliness are required.