Limnology Lab Prep Assistant

Missouri State University; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 17,047 - 24,280; Part time

Job summary

Missouri State University seeks a Student Status Work Study position in the Biology department at the Springfield Campus. The role supports routine lab tasks with a 5-7 hour work week, starting 07/31/2026 and ending 09/04/2026.

Responsibilities include assisting with lab setup and cleanup, preparing samples and reagents, and maintaining lab equipment and waste management. Prior completion of at least one college science lab class is required.

Qualifications

• Completed at least one college science lab class.

Responsibilities

• Assist with lab setup and cleanup.
• Prepare samples and reagents, maintain lab supplies, clean equipment and lab dishes, and manage lab waste.

Skills

Lab setup

Lab cleanup

Sample preparation

Lab supplies management

Education

College science lab course

Job description

Student Status Work Study Optional –You are not required to be a Federal Work Study Recipient to hold this position.

Work Location

Springfield Campus

Department

Biology

Hiring Range

$15.00/hour

Sponsorship Information

Applicants must be currently authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States on a full-time basis. This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship.

Department/Employer Operating Hours

Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

How many hours per week are required?

5-7 hours per week

Description of Primary Duties

Assist with lab setup and cleanup. Prepare samples and reagents, maintain lab supplies, clean equipment and lab dishes, and manage lab waste.

Required Qualifications

Completed at least one college science lab class.

Required Certifications

Additional Qualifications

Non-Discrimination Statement

Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity.

The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict non-discrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students.

In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University.

Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.

This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America.

The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines, should be addressed to the Director, Office for Institutional Compliance, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, [e-mail] , 417-836-4252.

Open Date

07/31/2026

Close Date

09/04/2026

Posting Number

20260090STU

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts - 1
• Letter of Recommendation-1 (Non-confidential)
• Letter of Recommendation-2 (Non-confidential)
• Letter of Recommendation-3 (Non-confidential)
• Unofficial Transcripts -2
• Work Study Award Letter (Student)

Supplemental Questions

• How many credit hours are you enrolled in for the Fall/Spring/Summer semester? (determines eligibility for student employment) (Open Ended Question)
• Are you a current Missouri State University Student?
  • Yes
  • No
• Is your cumulative and/or semester GPA a 2.00 or better?
  • Yes
  • No
  • I don't know

Office of Human Resources – (t)417-836-5102 – Monday - Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Student Employment Services – (t)417-836-5627 – Monday - Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.