Physics Lab Assistant (Work-Study) – Part-Time

Johnson School of Business; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

McMurry University in Abilene, TX, is seeking a Physics Student Worker for Fall '26 to support introductory courses in the Physics Department. This work-study position offers up to 10 hours per week, focusing on setup, teardown, and classroom preparation.

You will assist faculty and the Science Lab Manager with demonstrations, stock room tasks, and maintenance of teaching spaces, gaining hands-on experience in laboratory operations while supporting students and instructors.

Qualifications

• Major in Physics or Engineering Physics with sufficient background in physics to be able to perform required tasks or completion of an intro level physics course.

Responsibilities

• Set up and take down equipment and prepare laboratory spaces in the Physics Department for introductory level physics courses.
• Assist the Science Lab Manager and the Physics faculty in setting up equipment for demonstrations and upper division laboratory courses.
• Perform various tasks in the Physics Stock Room including but not limited by equipment sorting, placement and minor equipment repairs.
• Help with cleaning and setting up teaching spaces in the Physics Department.
• Assist Physics faculty in preparing lecture demonstrations and other teaching related tasks.
• This position reports to the Science Lab Manager.

Education

Physics or Engineering Physics major

Job description

McMurry University in Abilene, TX, is seeking a Physics Student Worker for Fall '26 to support introductory courses in the Physics Department. This work-study position offers up to 10 hours per week, focusing on setup, teardown, and classroom preparation.

You will assist faculty and the Science Lab Manager with demonstrations, stock room tasks, and maintenance of teaching spaces, gaining hands-on experience in laboratory operations while supporting students and instructors.