Optometry Methods Lab Assistant: Lab Prep & Support

University of Pikeville; Pikeville (KY); On-site; USD 1,515,000 - 2,066,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Pikeville invites applications for the KYCO Methods Lab Assistant in the KYCO division. This entry-level role supports optometry labs, assists faculty, and helps maintain a clean, functional laboratory environment.

Hours are part-time with a schedule Wednesday & Friday 4:00pm–5:00pm and variable Monday shifts. Pay is $12.50/hour; start date is 8/24/2026. Ideal for students seeking clinical and lab support experience.

Qualifications

• Assist faculty in preparing for lab and proficiencies - C, TW, P.
• Maintain and organize laboratory space - P, T, CSD.
• Monitor supplies in laboratory and assist with re-orders - P, T, CT.
• Restock supplies in laboratory lanes - P, T.
• Inform appropriate people if lab equipment needs maintenance - C, P, T.
• Assist with other tasks necessary to ensure proper functioning of labs - TW, P, CT.

Responsibilities

• Assist faculty in preparing labs and maintaining a clean, organized environment for optometry training.
• Ideal for KYCO students interested in clinical and laboratory support experience.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Professionalism

Career & Self Development

Critical Thinking

Leadership

Technology

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

The University of Pikeville invites applications for the KYCO Methods Lab Assistant in the KYCO division. This entry-level role supports optometry labs, assists faculty, and helps maintain a clean, functional laboratory environment.

Hours are part-time with a schedule Wednesday & Friday 4:00pm–5:00pm and variable Monday shifts. Pay is $12.50/hour; start date is 8/24/2026. Ideal for students seeking clinical and lab support experience.