Lab Assistant (Internship) (part-time)

Location: Ames
Posted on: June 23, 2025

Job Description:

Position Title: Student Lab Assistant (Part-Time) Work Location: Ames, Iowa 50010 Assignment Duration: 12 Month Work Schedule: Mon-Fri between 7am-5pm, 10-15h/week (min 2h/shift, preferably more) during semester; up to 40h/wk during summer; 1 shift/day. Ideally : Hours Per Day: 3.00; Days Per Week: 4.00 Work Arrangement: On-site at ISU Research Park Position Summary: We are looking for an immediate addition to our team of Student Lab Technicians. Background & Context: The candidate should be a sophomore or junior student at Iowa State University studying a biological science, available to work 10-15h/week during the semester, and up to 40h/wk during the summer. Those with an interest in only a summer internship need not apply. Key Responsibilities: Cleaning/sterilizing glassware. Cleaning/maintaining lab equipment. Sterilization of labware. Handling and decontamination of biohazardous waste. Stocking supplies in the lab. Making reagents. Maintaining all lab spaces. Qualification & Experience: Sophomore or junior student at Iowa State University studying a biological science. Some experience with lab techniques is preferred, but we are willing to consider candidates who have less experience, but have strong work ethic and learn quickly. Hard working, goal-oriented, and capable of completing tasks on his/her own after a one-month training period. There may be opportunities for doing project related work on early animal vaccine research for several viral and bacterial pathogens. If candidates are available to work 40hr/week during the summer, project related work is possible. Please bring a proposed work schedule to the interview. Allow at least 15-30 min to get to ISU Research Park from campus, longer if using CyRide as transportation. Please submit a proposed work schedule at the top of the resume.

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