Educational Aide Intern - Chemistry Laboratory

Job Description Summary

Application Deadline: This advertisement is open continuously and for multiple positions. Applications are reviewed on an as-needed basis. For questions regarding the status of an application, please contact the hiring manager, Ethel Owusu-Nukunya, at [email protected].

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Part-Time Student Lab Assistant to join our team in supporting college chemistry teaching labs. As a lab assistant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of laboratory sessions by setting up equipment and chemicals, maintaining a safe environment, managing inventory, and assisting with various projects to enhance student learning and safety.

Job Description

Application Deadline: This advertisement is open continuously and until filled.

Responsibilities and Duties Include:

• Sets up laboratory equipment and materials prior to each lab session, ensuring everything is in proper working order.
• Prepares chemical solutions according to established procedures and safety guidelines.
• Serves as a safety ambassador by encouraging safety protocols and procedures during lab sessions.
• Maintains accurate records of inventory using a computerized tracking system, including ordering and stocking supplies as needed.
• Collaborates with lab staff and faculty to develop and implement safety improvements and educational enhancements for the labs.
• Performs routine inspection, maintenance, and calibration of laboratory equipment to ensure functionality and safety.
• Cleans and organize lab spaces before and after each session, adhering to safety standards.
• Assists with special projects and research initiatives within the lab as assigned.
• Provides service of excellence through courteous, informed, accessible and professional engagement.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Reports to: Academic Lab Manager, Chemistry

QUALIFICATIONS

Required: The Educational Aide must be a currently enrolled Santa Fe College Student pursuing a STEM degree, in good academic standing, and taking six (6) or more credit hours.  

Additional Requirements:  A criminal background check will be conducted.

Preferred: Taking/haven taken additional laboratory or chemistry coursework.

General Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work successfully in a multi-cultural environment.
• Adaptability to Change – able to be flexible and supportive, able to positively and proactively assimilate change in rapid growth environment.
• Communication – able to effectively communicate in a professional, diplomatic, empathetic, and tactful manner using preferred method and level as applicable to the job.
• Customer Service – ability to respond promptly and courteously to all questions from students and faculty, demonstrating patience and persistence when helping students with little or no computer skills.
• Ethics – able to demonstrate integrity, professionalism, civility, and a high degree of ethics in all job-related actions.
• Organization & Time Management – able to plan, schedule, and organize tasks related to the job to achieve goals within or ahead of established time frames.
• Problem Solving – proven skills in identifying issues, determining their cause, developing creative solutions, and following through with implementing resolutions.
• Detail Oriented - Proven accuracy and attention to detail.
• Systems & Software - proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office and/or relevant position software programs.

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.

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