Laboratory Assistant (Part-Time)

Rose State College; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 15,911 - 22,661; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution is seeking a part-time Laboratory Assistant to support Biology laboratory exercises. Key duties include preparing sessions, supervising students, and maintaining lab equipment. Candidates should have 24 credit hours of college coursework and one year of lab experience. Excellent communication skills are essential. This entry-level role offers a pay rate of $14.00 per hour and requires moderate lifting and computer proficiency.

Qualifications

• 24 credit hours of college coursework, including at least one science/engineering lab class.
• One year of laboratory or related experience.
• Computer proficiency is required.

Responsibilities

• Support laboratory exercises associated with Biology.
• Prepare, set up, and supervise laboratory sessions for students and faculty.
• Maintain equipment, supplies, and inventory.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

24 credit hours of college coursework

Associate’s degree in a STEM area

Tools

Scientific instrumentation

Laboratory computers

Job description

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Base Pay Range

$14.00/hr – $14.00/hr

Job Description

Support laboratory exercises associated with Biology. Prepare, set up, and supervise laboratory sessions for students and faculty. Maintain equipment, supplies, and inventory. Navigate laboratory computers and instrumentation. Assist with equipment utilization, set-up, and replacement. Collaborate with faculty and staff on lab needs. Dispose of waste responsibly and adhere to health and safety regulations. Supervise student use of laboratories when open. Participate in development of safety procedures and training. Perform other duties as assigned by supervisory staff. Regular attendance is essential.

Minimum Qualifications

24 credit hours of college coursework, including at least one science/engineering lab class. One year of laboratory or related experience. Computer proficiency. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Ability to work independently. Moderate to heavy lifting up to 50 lbs and moderate to heavy carrying up to 50 lbs. Ability to reach above shoulder. Comfortable with sitting, standing, walking, kneeling, bending, stooping.

Desired Qualifications

Associate’s degree in a STEM area. Experience working on a higher‑education lab. Familiarity with scientific instrumentation and software. Ability to set up and use equipment.

Pay Rate

$14.00 per hour

All finalists may be subject to a background check. Must be eligible to work in the United States.

Rose State College's Annual Security Report, including VAWA disclosures, can be found at https://rose.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Rose-State-ASFSR-2025.pdf.

Equal Opportunity Employer

In accordance with the American with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided upon written request.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
• Industries: Consumer Services

Location: Oklahoma City, OK