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Lab Assistant

Summary Job Description

Assistant in the Microbiology, Anatomy, Biology and Chemistry Labs.

Typical Duties

  • Create media and reagents for the Microbiology lab following specific instructions
  • Replenish lab tables with needed equipment
  • Bring in and put away supplies
  • Preparation of nonhazardous solutions
  • Wash/clean lab ware
  • Help supervisor/instructor as needed
  • Set up and breakdown of Chemistry labs following specific instructions
  • Plant and animal maintenance
  • Handle preserved specimens

Qualifications

  • Lab experience in Microbiology, Biology and/or Chemistry preferred OR enrollment in one of these classes
  • Knowledge or the ability to learn how to run an autoclave and weigh media.
  • Able to learn to make media and read recipe instructions
  • Able to accurately follow instructions and ask questions if need be
  • Able to work alone with minimal direct supervision
  • Able to understand and work within a schedule to match the needs of the lab teaching segments
  • Understands and follows all safety protocols.
  • Math 97 or above
  • English 101

Eligibility Criteria

  • Enrolled in 6 credits or more
  • Must be meeting Financial Aid Satisfactory Academic Progress (FA SAP)
  • Must have their eligibility determined for federal/state financial aid and be awarded in ctcLink
  • Have unmet need in their financial aid cost of attendance – $2500 maximum per quarter (generally for students attending full time)

How to Apply

  1. Complete the Workstudy Job Application Form.

  2. If eligible, you will receive instructions on what to do next.