Plant Lab Assistant (Part-Time) — Growth & Care

Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI); Davis (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

UC Davis community

Professional lab experience

Job summary

The Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) invites applications for a Part-Time Lab Assistant in Dr. Siobhan Brady’s lab at UC Davis.

This undergraduate-friendly role supports routine plant growth, experimental prep, and general lab duties in the Controlled Environment Facility. The position offers an hourly pay rate between $16.62 and $20.77 and requires a high school diploma with preference for students pursuing life sciences.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Pursuing life sciences degree preferred.
• Previous lab or greenhouse experience preferred; training provided.
• Dependable, organized, detail-oriented with good record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Washing, autoclaving, and drying sand.
• Preparing plant growth media, pots, and other growth materials.
• Sowing and transplanting plants, watering, and monitoring.
• Maintaining lab cleanliness and organization.
• Adhering to safety and compliance policies.

Skills

HS Diploma

Reliable & organized

Detail oriented

Record-keeping

Hands-on lab work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in life sciences

Pursuing bachelor’s degree

Job description

The Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) invites applications for a Part-Time Lab Assistant in Dr. Siobhan Brady’s lab at UC Davis.

This undergraduate-friendly role supports routine plant growth, experimental prep, and general lab duties in the Controlled Environment Facility. The position offers an hourly pay rate between $16.62 and $20.77 and requires a high school diploma with preference for students pursuing life sciences.