Laboratory Aide I

PeopleAdmin, Inc.

Las Vegas (NM)

On-site

USD 14,465,000 - 15,567,000

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

New Mexico Highlands University in Las Vegas, NM is seeking a Laboratory Aide to support the Chemical Stockroom operations in the Chemistry Department. This on-campus, part-time role involves assisting with equipment setup, inventory, and safe handling of chemicals during teaching labs.

The position requires enrollment as a NMHU student (minimum six credit hours) and offers an hourly rate of $10.50. No prior experience is required, and duties include data entry, answering phones, and general lab

Qualifications

Education: NMHU student enrolled with a minimum of six credit hours; or a high school diploma/GED.
No prior experience required for this on-campus role.

Responsibilities

Assist in moving and setting up lab equipment and supplies as needed
Maintain a clean and orderly storage area for chemistry areas
Assist in preparation of chemical reagents in teaching laboratories if needed
Organize and clean glassware
Assist in inventory updates of chemicals to tracking system
Assist in chemical waste disposal as needed
Inform supervisor of possible defects in equipment
Assist in maintaining lab security of chemicals within stockroom
Inventory lab supplies and equipment upon return and checkout
Other duties as assigned or needed

Skills

Data entry

Phone answering

Customer service

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Attendance

Education

High school diploma or GED

College student enrolled

Job description

NMHU Student Jobs

A part-time job on-campus offers a great way for you to earn money to help pay for school as well as to get a jump start on your career track. Student employment allows you to acquire work experience, transferable job skills, self-confidence, and develop a network of professional contacts for your future career. On-campus jobs include departmental, federal/state work-study, and graduate assistantships (GA) in non-academic departments. Keep in mind that each department makes their own hiring decisions, therefore students are not placed in a job or guaranteed a job.

The Highlands Career Services Center, located in the Felix Martinez Building, Room 230, provides assistance with your on-campus job application, cover letter, resume, interviewing strategies, as well as offer suggestions on student jobs that are related to your academic major, career interests, and skills. The Career Center offers free services to all NMHU students and alumni via in-person, online at www.nmhu.edu/careerservices , or by calling (505) 454-3048 or emailing careerservices@nmhu.edu. to schedule a phone session or Zoom video conferencing session.

Position Information

Position Title

Laboratory Aide

Department Summary

The Chemical Stockroom (second floor of the Hilton Science Building room 262). The purpose of the chemical stockroom is to provide chemicals for research and classes as needed. It is also essential in the maintenance of equipment found throughout the Chemistry Department. Working life will consist of being available for chemical pickup and drop off during office hours. As well as being able to manage multiple tasks and being available for questions and suggestions in the absence of supervisor.

General Job Description

Job description may include routine duties with no prior experience needed to be able to perform. May involve a modest degree of responsibility and judgment. Routine data entry; Answering phones; Making copies; Greeting customers; Taking messages; Managing confidential information; Maintain regular attendance; and, Perform other job duties as assigned.

Specific Duties

Assist in moving and setting up lab equipment and supplies as needed
Maintain a clean and orderly storage area this also pertains to chemistry areas
Assist in preparation of chemical reagents in teaching laboratories if needed
Organize and clean glassware
Assists in inventory updates of chemicals to tracking system
Assists in chemical waste disposal as needed
Informs supervisor of possible defects in equipment
Assists in maintaining lab security of chemicals within stockroom
Inventories lab supplies and equipment upon return and checkout
Other duties as assigned or needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: College student at NMHU enrolled with a minimum of six (6) credit hours. High school diploma or GED . Experience: None

Preferred Qualifications

Must be a NMHU Student taking a minimum of 6 credit hours.
STEM Student required; A focus in Chemistry is preferred
Minimum 2.0 GPA required

Physical Demands

Frequently: Standing, Walking, Bending, Squatting, Kneeling, Repetitive hand motion, Prolonged use of computer. Occasionally: Lifting a minimum of thirty (30) pounds, Climbing.

Hourly Rate

Hourly Rate $10.50/ Hour

Employment Term

Employment Term Spring - 2021, Summer - 2021, Break - 2021

Work Location/Campus Center

Work Location/Campus Center Las Vegas, NM Campus

Posting Number

Posting Number S0786P

Desired Start Date

Desired Start Date 03/29/2021

Position End Date (if temporary)

Position End Date (if temporary) 12/31/2021

Job Posted Date

Job Posted Date 03/24/2021

Job Posting Close Date

Job Posting Close Date 03/29/2021

Special Instructions Summary

EEO Statement

New Mexico Highlands University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identiy, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. We are committed to the University values of diversity, accessiblity, excellence, and responsiveness. For disabled access or services call 505-454-3242 or email hr@nmhu.edu

Contact Person's Job Title

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Contact Person's Phone

5054543100

Contact Person's Email

13213772495902033119_emailaddress@zed.zed

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