Research Assistant - Biomedical Engineering Lab (Part Time)

Bucknell University; Lewisburg (Union County); On-site; USD 23,639 - 29,549; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Health insurance

Tuition remission

Job summary

Bucknell University seeks a part-time Research Assistant in the Biomedical Engineering Lab. The role involves assisting with research processes, analyzing samples, and performing experiments in a campus lab.

You will help write and edit protocols, maintain facilities, and coordinate with vendors for instruments and supplies, while advising students on project design with safety in mind. The position is 20 hours/week, year-round, donor-funded for two years with potential renewal; includes limited

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Geoscience or closely related field.

Responsibilities

• Assist with execution of research experiments and projects by performing routine technical procedures and preparing materials.
• Maintain research spaces by procuring materials and monitoring lab inventory.
• Keep detailed records of all research activities ensuring documentation complies with standards.
• Perform maintenance and calibration of instruments; coordinate with vendors for service/repair.
• Ensure lab supplies and PPE are stocked and equipment is available for use.

Skills

Laboratory procedures

Data recording

Safety regulations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Biology or related field

Master’s degree

Job description

Position Title: Research Assistant – Biomedical Engineering Lab (Part Time)

Position Type: Part time

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 20

Categories: Staff Non‑exempt

Job Summary

Bucknell University seeks a part‑time Research Assistant in the Biomedical Engineering Lab. The person in this role assists in research processes, working in the lab to analyze samples and perform experiments. Responsibilities include writing, development, and editing of protocols; maintaining lab facilities and ongoing operations; collaborating with facilities personnel, fellow lab coordinators, faculty, and students; coordinating with outside vendors for ordering and delivery of new instruments, equipment, supplies, chemicals, laboratory gases, and minor equipment; and advising students on project or product design with emphasis on safety principles and regulatory standards. Duties also cover tasks that ensure smooth laboratory operations.

Reporting directly to the Biomedical Engineering Department Chair, this part‑time, 20 hours/week, 52 weeks/yr position is eligible for limited benefits. The position is donor‑funded for two years and may be renewed pending additional funding and departmental need.

Job Duties

Work Setting: On campus, in person Work Schedule: 20 hours per week; 52 weeks/yr

• Assists with the execution of research experiments and projects by performing routine technical procedures, preparing necessary materials, and following established protocols to ensure accurate data collection.
• Maintains research spaces by procuring materials and monitoring lab inventory.
• Maintains detailed and accurate records of all research activities, including data entry and preliminary results, while ensuring documentation complies with institutional and project‑specific standards.
• Performs maintenance and calibration of instruments and equipment, troubleshooting problems as they arise. Coordinates with vendors and/or campus colleagues to arrange for service or repair.
• Keeps laboratories stocked with necessary supplies such as gloves, wipes, safety glasses, and other proper PPE (lab coats, safety shields). Ensures equipment or instruments are available, working, and in place for use, and that utensils, glassware, machines are available.
• The job description’s listed responsibilities are not exhaustive; additional non‑essential tasks and responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Geoscience or a closely related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree.

Salary Range

17.16–21.45 per hour. The offer rate will be based on a review of the candidate’s credentials compared to the qualifications of the position, internal equity, and our overall compensation philosophy.

This role is not budgeted for visa sponsorship. All candidates must be authorized to work in the US without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling options determined by role.
• Medical, prescription drug, vision, dental, life, and long‑term disability insurance options.
• An outstanding 10% employer contribution to your retirement plan (no contribution requirement for non‑exempt positions).
• Generous paid time off, including vacation and sick time, a community service day, and 19 paid holidays (including two full weeks off for Winter Break).
• Full‑time and part‑time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for themselves. Additionally, full‑time members are eligible for tuition remission for their spouse/spousal equivalent and for various tuition programs for their children. Credit for full‑time benefits‑eligible employment at other institutions of higher education will be applied to waiting periods.
• A comprehensive employee wellness program including program incentives.
• A myriad of other benefits, including parental leave, an employee assistance program, fitness center membership, and the power of your Bucknell ID card.

To learn more about Bucknell's benefits, please review the Employee Benefits page. (Eligibility criteria and waiting periods may apply.)

Inclusive Excellence

Bucknell is committed to fostering an environment that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion, and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports the growth and development of a diverse campus community. We endeavor to enhance our capacity to value and capitalize on the cultural richness that diversity brings. We encourage all individuals to apply and do not discriminate in admissions, employment, educational programs, and/or activities based on race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, sex/gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital or family status, military or veteran status, or genetic information.

E‑Verify

Bucknell University participates with the United States Customs and Immigration Services (USCIS) E‑Verify program. We will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For additional information regarding Bucknell's E‑Verify requirements, please contact the office of Talent, Culture & Human Resources at 570‑577‑1631 or email [e-mail].