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Waubonsee Community College

Student Worker - Life Science

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $15.55/hr

Posted: 5 weeks ago

Location: Sugar Grove, IL (Hybrid)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/24/2026

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What they do

A Soil or Plant Scientist studies soil composition and nutrition, the impact of soil treatment practices on plant or crop growth, and soil conservation and management methods relevant to farming and forestry.

$82,778 / year median in Illinois

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Job Description

Student Worker -

Life Science Sugar Grove Campus Student Worker Hybrid Option:

Join our dynamic team at Waubonsee Community College, where your career can flourish. Be part of a transformative institution, dedicated to making a positive impact in our community and the lives of our students. Waubonsee Community College promotes diversity in faculty, staff, and student recruitment and is committed to hiring and retaining exceptional faculty and staff who are committed to the college's culture of collaboration, professional growth and student success. Your future starts here - join us today! The Life Science Student Worker supports the Life Science Lab Coordinator in maintaining the Life Science Labs and fulfilling class needs. The Life Science Student Worker is responsible to the Dean for Mathematics and Sciences and the Life Science Lab Coordinator and the Interim Dean for Mathematics and Science. Responsibilities Assist with Set-up and take down individual laboratory experiments according to prep sheets. Asssist with stocking and maintaining inventory. Assist with the sanitation of laboratory and prep areas. Assist with glassware washing and instrument/model cleaning. Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications A Waubonsee student enrolled in at least one credit. Have a minimum GPA of 2.0 or above. Be in good standing with Student Conduct. Be making Satisfactory Academic Progress. Preferred Requirements Prior knowledge in Biology (ie BIO 101, 120,122, 260, 270 or equivalent) Good communication and organizational skills. Must be detail oriented. Should enjoy problem solving. Ability to lift and manipulate 35 pounds. Basic computer skills desired Interested in a possible future in Bology or Healthcare. Please attach the following documents when applying: Cover Letter-Yes Resume-Yes Position Details req2173

Grant Funded:

No Minimum Starting Rate:

15.55 - 15.55

Compensation Type:

Hourly Office Hours:

Varies Hours per

Week:

up to 20 per week

Testing:

No Priority Application Review Date:

8/17/2026

Benefits Include:

Days off on National Holidays and when the college is closed, $25 bookstore credit to buy Waubonsee wear, and flexible schedules.

Special Instructions:

EOE, including disability and veteran