Part Time Health Sciences Lab Assistant (Future Opportunities)

Washtenaw Community College,; Michigan; On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive environment

Tuition waiver 3 credits/semester

Retirement options and flexible work S

Discounts at campus facilities

Job summary

Washtenaw Community College invites applications for a Part Time Health Sciences Lab Assistant to support instructors, staff and students in health science laboratories. Responsibilities include preparing lab materials, maintaining equipment, and ensuring a clean, safe learning space for instruction.

The position requires readiness to assist with demonstrations, inventory, and day-to-day lab operations, with occasional evenings or weekends as course schedules demand.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Knowledge of computers and basic software.
• Basic understanding of laboratory procedures and safety protocols.
• Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to understand and accurately execute instructions with detail.
• Ability to meet physical demands.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to use workplace technology including AI-supported tools.

Responsibilities

• Maintain lab space, storage rooms, and equipment.
• Prepare lab equipment and supplies as determined by the course schedule.
• Assist in preparation of simulation scenarios as requested by staff.
• Maintain linen needs for health labs; track linen usage.
• Administrative support tasks such as photocopying and supplies tracking.
• Prepare laboratory materials, supplies, and equipment for health science courses.
• Clean and sterilize lab equipment and surfaces per safety procedures.
• Assist in inventory, restocking lab supplies and equipment.
• Dispose of medical supplies or waste per safety protocols.
• Maintain records of lab usage, equipment check-outs, and safety compliance.
• Monitor equipment for damage and report issues to staff.
• Support faculty during lab sessions and guide equipment usage.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and institutional policies.
• Assist with equipment maintenance and lab setup across campus.
• Regular attendance on campus is required.
• Utilize AI-enabled tools to support duties while maintaining confidentiality.

Skills

Strong organizational

Effective communication

Attention to detail

AI tools aptitude

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Part Time Health Sciences Lab Assistant (Future Opportunities)

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Our college strives to make a positive difference in people’s lives through accessible and excellent educational programs and services.

Washtenaw Community College seeks to recruit and retain a productive workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve our community and to build on the success of our students, faculty & staff. Washtenaw Community College is committed to creating a welcoming environment.

Washtenaw Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Posting Number: 0603730

Position Title: Part Time Health Sciences Lab Assistant (Future Opportunities)

Position is: Part Time

Position Type: Staff Position (Full Time/Part Time)

Department/Ofc.: Instruction

Position Description: Please Note: This posting is for future opportunities. While we may not be actively hiring for this position right now, we welcome your application and may reach out when a matching opportunity becomes available. Picture Yourself here! Why Join WCC ?

• An inclusive, welcoming environment for our students, faculty & staff
• WCC tuition waiver of 3 credit hours per semester
• Retirement options and flexible schedules available
• Great Discounts at WCC’s Health & Fitness Center, Barnes & Noble Bookstore and more!

The Health Science Lab Assistant provides support to instructors, staff, and students in health science laboratories. This role involves preparing lab materials, maintaining equipment, ensuring a clean and safe environment, and assisting with demonstrations or activities as needed. The Assistant ensures the lab is functional, organized, and ready for instructional use.

Essential Duties include:

• Maintain lab space, lab storage rooms, and lab equipment.
• Preparation of lab equipment and supplies (assembly/disassembly and delivery of equipment) as determined by semester course schedule provided by Professional Faculty.
• Assist in preparation (assembly/disassembly) of simulation scenarios as requested by reporting staff, faculty, or administration.
• Maintain linen needs for health labs including collection of linen bags, distribution of linens and document linen tracking.
• Administrative support tasks such as photocopying, tracking of needed supplies and other-directed tasks.
• Prepare laboratory materials, supplies, and equipment for health science courses.
• Clean and sterilize lab equipment and surfaces following proper safety and sanitation procedures.
• Assist in inventory, tracking, and restocking lab supplies and equipment.
• Dispose of medical supplies or waste according to safety protocols.
• Maintain accurate records of lab usage, equipment check-outs, and safety compliance.
• Monitor equipment for damage or malfunctions and report issues to reporting staff, faculty, or administration.
• Support faculty during lab sessions guiding them in equipment usage and referring questions to reporting staff, faculty, or administration.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and institutional policies and procedures.
• Ability to assist with equipment maintenance and lab set up in all areas of the campus.
• Regular attendance on campus is required for this position.
• Utilize technology, including AI-enabled tools and software where appropriate, to support the effective performance of assigned duties, enhance productivity, improve communication and information management, support decision-making, and other responsibilities, while ensuring compliance with confidentiality requirements, institutional policies, procedures, and applicable regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

• Frequent standing for long periods, lifting up to 50 lbs., and safe handling of medical supplies.
• Ability to lift, carry, and transfer skills lab equipment, media, computers and materials as needed.

Hours/Schedule: This is a part time position with a various schedule based on semester course offerings for up to 20 hours per week. May have need for occasional evening or weekend hours.

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Knowledge of computers and basic software.
• Basic understanding of laboratory procedures and safety protocols.
• Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to understand and accurately execute instructions with detail, whether verbal or written.
• Ability to meet physical demands.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills – both verbal and written.
• Honesty, integrity, professionalism, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to use workplace technology relevant to the position, including the capacity to learn and appropriately leverage emerging AI-supported tools. Ability to assess the accuracy and reliability of AI-generated content, maintain confidentiality, and apply sound judgment and ethical practices in the use of technology.

Preferred Qualifications:

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous lab or healthcare experience.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.

Posting Date: 11/03/2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

Salary/Hourly Rate: $24.22

Salary Comments: Publicly available compensation information can be found: Here

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you meet the minimum qualifications for this position?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you presently legally authorized to work in the United States?
  • Yes
  • No
• * In order for WCC to employ you, would you require WCC to provide a petition or a letter to the Department of Homeland Security unless authorized as a F1 student to work?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Unofficial Transcripts 1
• Other Documents

Washtenaw Community College does not discriminate on the basis of religion, race, color, national origin, age, sex, height, weight, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status as provided for and to the extent required by federal and state statutes. Nor does the college discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.