On-Site Science Lab Assistant (Part-Time)

CT State Community College; Connecticut; On-site; USD 43,000 - 61,000; Part time

Job summary

CT State Community College seeks part-time Science Laboratory Assistants to support student success in biology, chemistry, physics, or environmental science labs. The role provides hands-on laboratory support, assists with lab coursework, and collaborates with faculty to promote a positive learning environment.

Responsibilities include preparing materials, setting up equipment, maintaining safety, supervising student workers, and assisting instructors during experiments.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of laboratory safety standards and procedures.
• Skill in preparing, measuring, and dispensing chemical solutions with accuracy.
• Experience setting up, testing lab equipment and materials.
• Ability to work with diverse individuals and backgrounds.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Prepares sterile media, reagents, stains, and chemicals per manuals.
• Maintains microorganisms and living specimens as required.
• Sets up, tests, and adapts lab equipment to learning objectives.
• Maintains lab safety, proper disposal of waste, and inventory tracking.
• Supervises student lab assistants and provides training as needed.
• Assists instructors during educational experiments.

Skills

Laboratory safety

Interpersonal communication

Written communication

Detail oriented

Education

Associate's degree in a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

CT State Community College seeks part-time Science Laboratory Assistants to support student success in biology, chemistry, physics, or environmental science labs. The role provides hands-on laboratory support, assists with lab coursework, and collaborates with faculty to promote a positive learning environment.

Responsibilities include preparing materials, setting up equipment, maintaining safety, supervising student workers, and assisting instructors during experiments.