Physical Science Lab Assistant (PT)

Physical Science Lab Assistant (PT) 
Part-time Staff
Sugar Grove Campus

Hybrid Option: No 

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The Physical Science Lab Assistant is responsible to thePhysical Science Lab Coordinator and the Dean for Mathematics and Sciences. Theessential duties of this position are to prepare all of the lab coursematerials in accordance with the faculty requests and course curriculum,maintain and repair minor equipment and minor instruments in order to provide aquality and safe lab environment for students.

Set-up,reset for the next instructor and take down individual laboratory experimentsaccording to prep sheets, storing equipment and materials properly.

Prepare chemical solutions followingestablished procedures, including standardization. Prepare materials andequipment for the earth science, geology, and geography lab course activities.

Maintain the lab areas in a clean and safemanner. Follow all safety protocols as outlined in the Chemical Hygiene Plan,including proper disposal of waste, wearing personal protective equipment, andmaintaining a clean workroom area.

Assist the Physical Science Lab Coordinator inmaintaining minor equipment and instrumentation used within the department (forexample: pH meters, balances, melting point apparatus, water bath, oven,centrifuge, titrators, hot plates, telescopes, Pasco sensors and equipment,microscopes, stream table).

Assist the Physical Science Lab Coordinatorin ordering and receiving materials and supplies. Inventory materials andsupplies updating Excel database as required, alerting the Physical Science LabCoordinator when materials and supplies are running low.

Assist the faculty with special projects andevents, such as, scanning maps, National Geography Day, Wetlands well datacollection and GIS.

Assist Physical Science Lab Coordinator andinstructors to help assure safety of students. Research the Safety Data Sheetsfor all chemicals and solutions, maintaining the most current in binders.

Complete mandatory training for lab safety andcollege compliance.

Minimum Qualifications

HighSchool Diploma or equivalent required.

Successful completion of at least one collegeearth science lab course and/or chemistry course with laboratory.

Able to work independently and followdirections, written and oral.

Available to work flexible schedule that mayinclude both day and evening hours.

Personal transportation available to travel betweencampuses if needed.

Excellent organizational skills.

Excellent communication skills, written andoral.

Good computer skills, including familiarity with Windows 11, Microsoft Word, and Excel.

Ability to lift 35 pounds independently.

Please attach the following documents when applying:

Cover Letter-Yes Resume-Yes References-Yes (Can be provided at interview)Transcripts-Yes (Can be provided at interview) Position Details
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Grant Funded: No
Compensation Range: 16.65 - 20.06    
Compensation Type: Hourly  
Compensation Currency:  USD
Compensation: The pay for this position will be determined by your experience, education, and qualifications.
Work Schedule: M-F 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Work Hours: 25 hrs a week/max
Testing:  No
Priority Application Review Date:   10/22/2026
Applications received by the “Priority Application Review Date” will receive priority consideration. Review of applications will begin at that time and continue until the position is filled.
Benefits:  Click to See Benefits Page

Special Instructions: Please attach all required documents at the time of application. 

EOE, including disability and veteran