Part-Time Assistant II, Chemistry Lab

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Conroe (TX); On-site; USD 20,664 - 24,796; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver

Tax-deferred retirement plan

Job summary

Lone Star College-Montgomery invites applications for a Part Time Assistant II, Chemistry Lab, supporting labs and safety procedures in a bustling campus environment located in Conroe, Texas. This role provides essential hands-on lab prep and student support, with flexible scheduling around classes.

The position offers competitive hourly pay, opportunities to work with faculty and staff across the lab, and a collegial environment that emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and at least 1 year of related work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Completion of appropriate college level science coursework.

Responsibilities

• Supports lab manager and faculty in preparation and delivery of labs.
• Prepares some lab solutions.
• Properly handles and disposes of laboratory wastes.
• Provides routine lab support including all aspects of lab safety, cleaning and dishwashing, and inspection and maintenance of lab classrooms including equipment and supplies needed for each class period.
• Performs record keeping requiring accuracy and attention to detail.
• Works with faculty and students as needed for special projects; ensures proper supplies and safety procedures during this time.
• Responsible for other reasonable, related duties as assigned.

Skills

Computer literacy

Safety awareness

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

College-level science coursework

Job description

Commitment to Mission

This job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of Lone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position. A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to LSC students and employees is essential.

Cultural Beliefs

• One LSC
• Student Focused
• Own It
• Foster Belonging
• Cultivate Community
• Choose Learning

Lone Star College has been recognized in multiple categories. The Chronicle of Higher Education's "Great Colleges to Work For®" is designed to recognize colleges that have been successful in creating great workplaces and further research and understanding of the factors, dynamics and influences that have the most impact on organizational culture at higher education institutions.

Lone Star College-Montgomery

Lone Star College offers high-quality, low-cost academic transfer and career training education to 80,000+ students each semester. LSC has been named a 2023 Great Colleges to Work For® institution by the Chronicle of Higher Education. LSC consists of eight colleges, seven centers, eight Workforce Centers of Excellence and Lone Star Corporate College. Lone Star College-Montgomery, the premiere student-centered educational institution in Montgomery County, serves The Woodlands and Conroe communities. LSC-Montgomery provides a relaxing and conducive learning atmosphere while offering leisure learning opportunities, individual classes, and unique programs such as radiologic technology, physical therapy, and biotechnology.

Location address is 3200 College Park Drive, Conroe, TX 77384.

Job Description

Purpose and Scope

Under direct supervision, the Part Time Assistant II, Chemistry Lab position is responsible for routine lab preparation duties. May be responsible for tracking laboratory equipment and supplies. The position refers problems to experts as needed. Activities involve a variety of routine tasks such as cleaning glassware, and many non-routine tasks that require independent judgment to resolve issues.

Essential Job Functions

1. Supports lab manager and faculty in preparation and delivery of labs
2. Prepares some lab solutions
3. Properly handles and disposes of laboratory wastes
4. Provides routine lab support including all aspects of lab safety, cleaning and dishwashing, and inspection and maintenance of lab classrooms including equipment and supplies needed for each class period
5. Performs record keeping requiring accuracy and attention to detail
6. Works with faculty and students as needed for special projects; ensures proper supplies and safety procedures during this time
7. Responsible for other reasonable, related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must be computer literate
• Safety record and safety consciousness
• Flexible and creative to perform multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to work with a diverse group of faculty and staff

Physical Abilities

The work requires some physical exertion, such as significant standing, walking and pushing carts; lifting up to 30 pounds and/or recurring lifting of moderately heavy items; recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar activities. The work may require specific, but common, physical characteristics and abilities, such as above average agility and dexterity.

Work Schedule and Conditions

• Equipment used includes PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone and other general office equipment
• Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position
• Work is performed in a climate-controlled office and/or laboratory environment with exposure to safety hazards typical in a laboratory (working with chemicals, moving equipment, etc.)
• Safety protocol must be strictly followed at all times
• Work schedule is flexible around student class and work schedule, but priority will be given to staffing at peak demand times for chemistry labs

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and at least 1 year of related work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Completion of appropriate college level science coursework

Salary

Hourly Pay Rate is $15.60.

Benefits

By joining our top-notch institution, you will enjoy being part of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work environment, excellent work/life balance, tuition waiver, participation in a tax-deferred retirement plan and more.

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