Chemistry Storeroom / Laboratory Assistant

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Title

Chemistry Storeroom / Laboratory Assistant

Department

Chemistry

Appointment Term

Academic Year (August - May)

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Job Summary

The Stockroom Assistant will assist the Science Stores / Laboratory Coordinator for the Departments of Chemistry and Biology with a variety of tasks associated with the general operation and function of laboratory activities in the Department of Chemistry. Assistant will report to the Science Stores / Laboratory Coordinator and all work duties will take place within the Chemistry Department laboratories and prep rooms.

Essential Duties

1. Clean, store, and restock laboratory glassware and accessories.

2. Reshelve chemical reagents in laboratories and storerooms

3. Update chemical and equipment inventory as needed

4. Maintain labs and storerooms to be clean, efficient, and well-stocked.

5. Monitor laboratory hazardous waste to insure compliance with regulations and procedures.

6. Prepare chemical solutions for general lab use.

7. Assist with special projects as needed

Required Qualifications

• MWSU Student
• Degree Seeking
• At least an overall 2.0 GPA
• Enrolled at least part-time
• May need to qualify for federal work study financial aid assistance.

Preferred Qualifications

Prefer completion of General Chemistry I with a grade of C or higher.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Physical Demands

Medium Work : Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and / or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and / or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Additional Demands

May be subjected to fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, and oils.

Location where duties are to be performed

Chemistry Laboratories

Federal Work Study

Not Required

Hours of Work

10 hours per week

Hours may vary.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

ST223P

Number of Vacancies

Open Date

07 / 24 / 2025

Priority Deadline

08 / 15 / 2025

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions Summary

All students are encouraged to apply for Federal Work Study. You must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and submit all requested documentation (if applicable) for your eligibility to be determined.

This position can hire a student who does or does not qualify for Federal Work Study eligibility. For more information on Federal Work Study eligibility, contact Financial Aid. (Eder Hall 103; 816-271-4361; website )