Student Lab Assistant - Life & Physical Sciences

Post-University; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Post University in Waterbury, CT seeks a Lab Assistant (Student Worker) to support the Life and Physical Sciences Department in daily laboratory operations. The role offers a hands-on opportunity to assist instructors and fellow students while gaining practical lab experience.

The position requires partial-year commitment for the 2026-2027 academic year, approximately 10 hours per week, at minimum wage. Student workers must be enrolled in related science courses and able to work independently on

Qualifications

• Complete at least one high school laboratory science course.
• Be currently enrolled in a college laboratory science course; completion preferred.
• Be reliable, responsible, and able to work independently.
• Be comfortable handling laboratory glassware and equipment.
• Communicate effectively with faculty, staff, and fellow student assistants.

Responsibilities

• Assist faculty and lab instructors with preparing materials and setting up laboratory and field activities.
• Clean and organize laboratory equipment, glassware, and workspaces.
• Help maintain an efficient and safe laboratory environment.
• Complete other department-related tasks as assigned.

Skills

Laboratory safety

Materials prep

Lab equipment handling

Communication

Education

High school science course

Currently enrolled in college lab course

Job description

Post University in Waterbury, CT seeks a Lab Assistant (Student Worker) to support the Life and Physical Sciences Department in daily laboratory operations. The role offers a hands-on opportunity to assist instructors and fellow students while gaining practical lab experience.

The position requires partial-year commitment for the 2026-2027 academic year, approximately 10 hours per week, at minimum wage. Student workers must be enrolled in related science courses and able to work independently on