Science Research Adjunct Instructor, Part-Time

National Association of Independent Schools; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

Episcopal is seeking a part-time Laboratory Assistant to support the Director of Scientific Research and guide students through independent projects in the BSL-2 laboratory. The role focuses on training, supervision, and maintaining the lab environment across the Upper School Science department.

The responsibilities include autoclave operation, scheduling time-sensitive work, assisting with science fairs, and providing constructive feedback.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a science-related field, either completed or in pursuit.
• Experience in microbiology research.
• Experience working with or supervising adolescents.
• Employee must pass a background check, fingerprinting, info.flclearinghouse.com, and complete the Safeguarding God's Children class.
• Required Training: Safeguarding God's Children and BSL-2 level training.

Responsibilities

• Training students to safely work in the BSL-2 lab.
• Directly supervising student research.
• Cleaning and maintaining the BSL-2 lab.
• Autoclave operation.
• Providing supply lists to the Director for ordering.
• Maintaining records of lab use and student training.
• Working with students to schedule time-sensitive BSL-2 lab work.
• Supporting students in troubleshooting research challenges.
• Assisting with science fair paperwork & preparation.
• Providing students with constructive feedback.
• Assist in planning and preparing the School Science Fair.
• Chaperone Regional (Typically Feb) and State Science Fair (Typically March, includes overnight stay in Lakeland)

Skills

Experience supervising adolescents

Experience in microbiology research

Education

Bachelor's degree in science-related field

Job description

Position Overview

This role supports the Director of Scientific Research in guiding students through independent research projects, with a primary focus on students working in the BSL-2 laboratory.

Department

Upper School Science

Position Type

Temporary (September 2026 – April 2027)

Position Responsibilities

• Training students to safely work in the BSL‑2 lab
• Directly supervising student research
• Cleaning and maintaining the BSL‑2 lab
• Autoclave operation
• Providing supply lists to the Director for ordering
• Maintaining records of lab use and student training
• Working with students to schedule time‑sensitive BSL‑2 lab work
• Supporting students in troubleshooting research challenges
• Assisting with science fair paperwork & preparation
• Providing students with constructive feedback
• Assist in planning and preparing the School Science Fair
• Chaperone Regional (Typically Feb) and State Science Fair (Typically March, includes overnight stay in Lakeland)

Working Hours

Part‑time

Work Schedule

Varies; weekday and weekend availability required, including some school holidays (11:30 AM – 5:30 PM)

Anticipated Start Date

September/October 2026 (for onboarding and training)

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a science‑related field, either completed or in pursuit
• Experience in microbiology research
• Experience working with or supervising adolescents
• Employee must pass a background check, fingerprinting, info.flclearinghouse.com, and complete the Safeguarding God’s Children class.

Required Training (upon hire)

• Safeguarding God's Children
• BSL‑2 level training

Episcopal is committed to a school culture that is safe and positive for all members of our community. We work intentionally to create a community of people who respect and support each other. We recognize the value of diversity, and we actively seek to welcome and include under‑represented groups. Episcopal strongly supports professional development and training opportunities for faculty and staff, ensuring that best practices and innovative, learner‑centered teaching methods are continually incorporated into our pedagogy. The academic environment is achievement‑oriented with a standard of excellence. The school’s faculty display outstanding academic backgrounds, exceptional character, and dedication to our students across three academic campuses, spanning from an Early Learning Program (age one) through Grade 12. Episcopal does not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, religion, race, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability in its hiring and employment practices. The above information is not a completely comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications required of employees assigned to this position.