Science Lab Assistant: Evening Open Lab Oversight

University of Alaska; Palmer, Northern (AK, KY); Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Matanuska-Susitna College in Palmer, Alaska seeks a student assistant for the 2026-2027 academic year to oversee and monitor open labs for Human Anatomy and Physiology and Microbiology students. The role requires 18+ and the ability to work one evening per week.

The starting pay is $13.03 per hour, with up to 20 hours per week during the academic year. Eligibility includes 6 credits minimum and a 2.0 GPA, with BIOL A111/A112 preferred.

Qualifications

• Must maintain a minimum enrollment of 6 credits per term and a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Knowledge of science laboratory safety and enforcing safety in open labs.
• Willingness to support natural sciences faculty in grading and communicating about work completed.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and monitor open labs for Human Anatomy and Physiology and Microbiology.
• Enforce laboratory safety during open labs.
• Communicate progress to supervisor and respond to emails/phone calls promptly.
• Assist faculty with grading as needed.

Skills

Science lab safety

Lab supervision

Communication

Grading support

Education

Biology or Chemistry course completed (BIOL A111/A112 preferred)

Job description

Matanuska-Susitna College in Palmer, Alaska seeks a student assistant for the 2026-2027 academic year to oversee and monitor open labs for Human Anatomy and Physiology and Microbiology students. The role requires 18+ and the ability to work one evening per week.

The starting pay is $13.03 per hour, with up to 20 hours per week during the academic year. Eligibility includes 6 credits minimum and a 2.0 GPA, with BIOL A111/A112 preferred.