Physics Lab Equipment Coordinator

OSU Oregon State University; Corvallis (OR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Oregon State University, College of Science, seeks a student to assist in introductory physics labs. You will prepare and stage equipment for lab sections, set up and tear down lab gear, and maintain organized storage areas to support teaching and demonstrations.

Preferred: an Intro Physics sequence completed or in progress, ability to work independently and reliably. Duties also include cleaning, poster hanging, monitoring supplies, and helping faculty locate equipment for outreach events.

Qualifications

• Required: Physics major at OSU.
• Preferred: Completion of the Introductory Physics sequence, or completion by the end of the term; ability to work independently; reliability.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and stage equipment for upcoming lab sections.
• Set up and tear down lab equipment.
• Maintain and organize the lab storage areas.
• Cleaning and organization of lab spaces.
• Reset lab rooms each week.
• Clean and care for equipment, including glassware, optics, and instrument surfaces.
• Keep storage rooms, shelving, and cabinets orderly and labeled.
• Become familiar with the demonstration collection and set up demonstrations for classes.
• Maintain demonstration equipment and keep the demo room organized.
• Repair demonstration equipment where practical.
• Prepare documentation for demonstrations.
• Light repairs and general upkeep, including hanging posters.
• Monitor supply levels and assist with equipment and supply purchases.
• Help faculty locate equipment for outreach events and other courses.
• Prep work prior to the academic year.

Education

Physics major at OSU

Introductory Physics sequence completed or in progress

Job description

Oregon State University, College of Science, seeks a student to assist in introductory physics labs. You will prepare and stage equipment for lab sections, set up and tear down lab gear, and maintain organized storage areas to support teaching and demonstrations.

Preferred: an Intro Physics sequence completed or in progress, ability to work independently and reliably. Duties also include cleaning, poster hanging, monitoring supplies, and helping faculty locate equipment for outreach events.