Student Worker - Life Science

Waubonsee Community College; Sugar Grove (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Days off on National Holidays

Bookstore credit

Flexible schedules

Job summary

Waubonsee Community College invites applications for the Life Science Student Worker who will support the Life Science Lab Coordinator and assist with class needs. This hourly student role reports to the Dean for Mathematics and Sciences and the Life Science Lab Coordinator, offering valuable hands-on lab experience on campus in Sugar Grove.

Duties include setting up and breaking down experiments, stocking inventory, cleaning glassware, and assisting with sanitation.

Qualifications

• Minimum one credit enrolled Waubonsee student.
• GPA 2.0 or above required.
• Good standing with Student Conduct.
• Progress toward Satisfactory Academic Progress.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Set-up and take down laboratory experiments per prep sheets.
• Assist with stocking and maintaining inventory.
• Assist with sanitation of laboratory and prep areas.
• Assist with glassware washing and instrument/model cleaning.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Biology knowledge

Communication

Detail orientation

Problem solving

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

J oin our dynamic team at Waubonsee Community College, where your career can flourish. Be part of a transformative institution, dedicated to making a positive impact in our community and the lives of our students.Waubonsee Community College promotes diversity in faculty, staff, and student recruitment and is committed to hiring and retaining exceptional faculty and staff who are committed to the college’s culture of collaboration, professional growth and student success.Your future starts here – join us today!

The Life Science Student Worker supports the Life Science Lab Coordinator in maintaining the Life Science Labs and fulfilling class needs. The Life Science Student Worker is responsible to the Dean for Mathematics and Sciences and the Life Science Lab Coordinator and the Interim Dean for Mathematics and Science.

Responsibilities

Assist with Set-up and take down individual laboratory experiments according to prep sheets.

Asssist with stocking and maintaining inventory.

Assist with the sanitation of laboratory and prep areas.

Assist with glassware washing and instrument/model cleaning.

Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

A Waubonsee student enrolled in at least one credit.
Have a minimum GPA of 2.0 or above.
Be in good standing with Student Conduct.
Be making Satisfactory Academic Progress.

Preferred Requirements

Prior knowledge in Biology (ie BIO 101, 120,122, 260, 270 or equivalent)
Good communication and organizational skills.
Must be detail oriented.
Should enjoy problem solving.
Ability to lift and manipulate 35 pounds.
Basic computer skills desired

Interested in a possible future in Bology or Healthcare.

• Resume-Yes

Position Details

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Grant Funded: No
Minimum Starting Rate:15.55 - 15.55
Compensation Type: Hourly
Office Hours: Varies
Hours per Week: up to 20 per week
Testing: No
Priority Application Review Date: 8/17/2026

Benefits Include:Days off on NationalHolidays and when the college is closed, $25 bookstore credit to buy Waubonsee wear, and flexible schedules.