at Joliet Junior College in

Joliet, Illinois, United States Job Description Position Title:

Student Employee, Biology/Chemistry Lab Assistant Assistant Job Description:

The Biology/Chemistry lab assistant will assist with Biology/Chemistry laboratory prep by cleaning and maintaining laboratory equipment.

POSITION TITLE

Student Employee, Biology/Chemistry Laboratory Assistant, STATUS:

Part-time

DEPARTMENT

Natural Sciences and Physical Education

DIVISION

Academic Affairs

REPORTS TO

Biology Lab Supervisor

CLASSIFICATION

Non-exempt

MINIMIUM PAY RATE

$15.00 per hour (Position is FWS Eligible)

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 1.

Abide by Safety Procedures & Policies as detailed in the JJC Chemical Hygiene Plan 2. Prepare laboratory materials for all Biology and Chemistry courses. 3. Prepare media for Microbiology Labs, including; operating the autoclave & practicing aseptic techniques. 4. Maintenance of aquariums, plants, lab animals and other living specimens. 5. Maintenance of cadavers. 6. Maintenance of laboratory equipment & supplies, including; cleaning, storage & inventories. 7. Maintenance of classrooms and general lab clean-up. 8. Prepare chemical solutions. Observe proper handling and disposal of hazardous materials. 9. Work 10-20 hours per week, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8 am to 4:00 pm 10. Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 1.

Enrolled at JJC for 6 or more credit hours in the fall/spring semester. 2. GPA of 2.0 or above. 3. Complete previous coursework in Biology and/or Chemistry 4. Must be able to work well with others 5. Must be able to communicate effectively 6. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with other members of the college and community, displaying cultural competence as well as emotional intelligence.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 1.

English and Spanish verbal and written communication proficiency. 2. Demonstrated multicultural competence.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Some Moderate Lifting Required

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Duties are performed indoors in the usual office and/or outdoor environment.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

This is a student employee position that works around your class schedule. May work up to 20 hours per week during the fall and spring semesters. During summer and holiday breaks (Winter/Spring), may work up to 28 hours per week with supervisor approval.

Full Time/Part Time:

Part time Union (If Applicable):

Scheduled Hours:

20 ANTI-DISCRIMINATION

STATEMENT

Joliet Junior College is committed to maintaining an environment that is safe and free from discrimination, harassment, and misconduct on the basis of sex, which includes sexual orientation or gender-related identity. The College prohibits sexual harassment, sexual assault, sexual misconduct, stalking, and relationship/dating violence has put measures in place to ensure a safe and healthy educational and employment environment, and meet legal requirements in accordance with: Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX), which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in the College's programs or activities; relevant sections of the Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act; Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex or sexual orientation, including gender-related identity; and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), which requires timely warning to the community of certain immediate threats. To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account