Position Summary

The unit seeks a conscientious, thorough, and careful student assistant to assist lab personnel with sample preparation and laboratory maintenance.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Prepare samples for analysis. (50%)
• Collecting and maintaining insect colonies (ants). (30%)
• Wash lab ware and keep lab tidy. (10%)
• Record keeping along with other duties as assigned. (10%)

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Lab experience in biology or similar.
• Basic computer skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability & willingness to learn from direction and experience.

Physical Demands

Sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, lifting/carrying up to 30 lbs.