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University of New Mexico

Lab Science Assistant

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What they do

A Microbiology Laboratory Assistant works in laboratories or hospitals, examining microscopic organisms like bacteria for scientific and medical purposes. Practices safety and sterilization procedures to minimize the risk of any hazardous accidents when working with infectious specimens.

$42,668 / year median in New Mexico

+10% projected growth

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Student Intermediate Level Requisition ID req37185 Working Title Lab Science Assistant Pay $15.00 Hourly Campus Taos Department Taos Branch Employment Type Student Employment Student Type Work-Study Status Non-Exempt Background Check Required No For Best Consideration Date 7/21/2026 Position Summary Position Description The Lab Sciences Lab Assistant will be responsible for maintaining the laboratory space in
STEM 116.
This includes the following: maintaining an inventory of lab supplies for BIOL 1140L, 2210L, and 2225L anc CHEM 1215L and/or 1225L ensuring the lab is cleaned, supplies are stored in the proper place, and the lab is organized overall.
BIOL 1140L, CHEM
1215L, and/or
CHEM 1225L
weekly prep prior to lab
BIOL 1140L, CHEM
1215L, and/or
CHEM 1225L
weekly clean-up and restocking supplies after lab Completing purchase request forms for lab supplies Organization of STEM Outreach Fellow lab supplies Minimum Qualifications Equivalencies not found for this position Preferred Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Completion of
BIOL 1140L CHEM
1215 and CHEM 1215L or the equivalent Recommendation from a UNM-Taos faculty member Current UNM-Taos student Preferred Qualifications Completion of BIOL 1140, 2210 or 2225 Completion of CHEM 1225 and 1225L Associates of Science Degree seeking student Application Instructions Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application. Please attach your Resume and Cover Letter. The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.