Undergraduate laboratory helper

University of Wisconsin–Madison; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading research university in Madison is seeking motivated undergraduate students for a flexible lab support role in the Donohue Lab within the Great Lakes Bioenergy Center. Responsibilities include general lab duties, media preparation, and organizational tasks. Applicants should have skills in math, reading, and basic chemistry. Hours range from 8 to 29 per week, providing a great opportunity for hands-on experience and potential independent study.

Qualifications

• Must be an undergraduate student at UW-Madison.
• Independent and goal-oriented.
• Must enjoy teamwork and organization.

Responsibilities

• Provide general lab support and media preparation.
• Load/unload dishwasher and use autoclave for sterilization.
• Work 8-29 hours per week with a flexible schedule.

Skills

Math

Reading

Basic Chemistry

Education

Undergraduate in a chemical or biological science major

Job description

Department Overview:

Great Lakes Bioenergy Center

Anticipated Start Date:

1/12/2025

Anticipated End Date (If Applicable):

Remote Work Eligibility Detail:

Not Remote

Anticipated Hours Per Week:

Minimum: 8 Maximum:29

Schedule:

Monday through Friday hours as agreed upon

Salary/Wage Range/Lump Sum:

$13.00

Number of Positions:

1

Qualifications:

Undergraduate at UW-Madison in a chemical or biological science major

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Math, reading, basic chemistry

Position Summary/Job Duties:

The Donohue Lab, a part of the Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center, is looking for responsible, motivated students who are independent, goal oriented, organized and enjoy working as part of a team. Regular duties will include general lab support, organization, media prep, loading/unloading of dishwasher, and autoclave use for sterilization. We are looking for someone who wants to fill 8-29 hours per week with a flexible but regular schedule (Mon-Fri, weekends may be available but are not necessary). There is potential for independent study for students who show initiative and work well in this position.

To apply please include a resume (highlighting relevant coursework and techniques), fall course grid, and desired work schedule. We are an equal opportunity employer.

Physical Demands:

Ability to lift 5-20 pounds and stand for an hour at a time.

Institutional Statements:

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

UW-Madison is an Equal Employment, Equal Access Employer committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce.

Institutional Statement on Diversity:

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background-people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: diversity.wisc.edu

Accommodation Statement:

If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website: https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/