Student-Chemistry Lab Assistant

Salem Academy and College; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Salem Academy and College in Winston-Salem, NC is seeking a Chemistry Lab Assistant to support the Chemistry Department by preparing, organizing, and maintaining instructional laboratories. This role provides students with hands-on lab experience while helping labs run safely and efficiently.

You will set up and clean up labs, manage supplies, assist with routine procedures, and ensure compliance with chemical hygiene standards, standing for long periods and lifting up to 25 pounds as needed.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to laboratory safety.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work independently.
• Dependable, punctual, and organized.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds and stand for extended periods while performing laboratory tasks.

Responsibilities

• Prepare laboratory equipment, chemicals, glassware, and supplies for laboratory classes.
• Set up and clean up chemistry laboratories before and after lab sessions.
• Clean, organize, and properly store laboratory equipment, glassware, and chemicals.
• Monitor laboratory supply inventory and notify faculty when materials need to be replenished.
• Assist faculty with routine laboratory preparation and basic laboratory procedures.
• Follow all chemical hygiene and laboratory safety procedures, including the proper handling and disposal of chemical waste.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the Chemistry Department.

Skills

Attention to detail

Follow instructions

Dependable

Organized

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Salem Academy and College - Winston Salem, NC 27101

The Chemistry Lab Assistant supports the Chemistry Department by assisting faculty with the preparation, organization, and maintenance of instructional laboratories. This position provides students with valuable hands‑on laboratory experience while helping ensure chemistry labs operate safely, efficiently, and in accordance with established laboratory safety standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare laboratory equipment, chemicals, glassware, and supplies for laboratory classes.
• Set up and clean up chemistry laboratories before and after lab sessions.
• Clean, organize, and properly store laboratory equipment, glassware, and chemicals.
• Monitor laboratory supply inventory and notify faculty when materials need to be replenished.
• Assist faculty with routine laboratory preparation and basic laboratory procedures.
• Follow all chemical hygiene and laboratory safety procedures, including the proper handling and disposal of chemical waste.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the Chemistry Department.

Qualifications:

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to laboratory safety.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work independently.
• Dependable, punctual, and organized.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds and stand for extended periods while performing laboratory tasks.