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Chemistry Lab Assistant Student Employee, #0883

Chemistry Lab Assistant Student Employee, #0883

Oakton CollegeDes Plaines, IL, USA
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Overview :

The Chemistry Lab Assistant Student Employee will assist the Chemistry department in organizing and maintaining a clean and safe chemistry laboratory. Daily tasks include setting up and tearing down labs, preparing chemical solutions, cleaning equipment and communicating issues to the lab supervisor.

Campus Location : Des Plaines

Length of Employment :

Fall 2025 with opportunity to renew.

Can a student do homework in this position?

Rarely

Hours Available :

Tuesday : 1 : 00 pm- 9 : 00 pm

Wednesday : 8 : 30 am- 1 : 00 pm

Thursday : 1 : 00 pm - 9 : 00 pm

Flexible based on student schedule.

Schedule Flexibility :

Flexible based on needs of the department or student schedule. Evening hours are available.

Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities and Learning Outcomes :

  • Helps to set up experiments, make solutions, clean and maintain laboratories in the chemistry area. (CD)
  • Clean glassware & instruments, restocks shelves. (CD)
  • During semester breaks, clean student drawers, and laboratory equipment. (CD)
  • Able to work with a team and independently, able to multitask & quick learner. (TW, CT)
  • Some computer knowledge (Microsoft Word and Excel, Google Suite). (TC, CM)
  • Adhere to written and verbal safety rules. (PF)
  • Must be dependable and efficient. (PF)

Student Employment Learning Outcomes Defined :

The National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) has identified 8 career readiness competencies that broadly prepare college students for a successful transition into the workplace. Listed in alphabetical order, they include :

1. Career and Self-Development (CD)

2. Communication (CM)

3. Critical Thinking (CT)

4. Equity and Inclusion (EI)

5. Leadership (LD)

6. Professionalism (PF)

7. Teamwork (TW)

8. Technology (TC)

For more information about the NACE Career Readiness Competencies, please visit .

Candidate Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Other abilities) :

  • Enrolled in at least one summer credit course and / or be enrolled in at least six credit hours during the subsequent fall semester.
  • Must have an overall GPA of 2.0 or higher and be in good standing at Oakton College.
  • Eligible to work in the United States.
  • 1 semester of college chemistry or 1 year of high school chemistry required.
  • Knowledge of basic laboratory equipment.
  • Must be willing to follow all safety protocols for working in a Chemistry laboratory, including wearing PPE, or proper protective equipment (safety glasses, lab coat), and dress properly (long pants, shoes that completely cover the feet, long hair confined, etc). Note, PPE will be provided to the applicant following the hiring process.
  • Solid communication skills.
  • Dependable and efficient.

    • Application Process :

    Applications and interviews are done on a rolling basis, which means we will screen applicants and interview as they apply. Students interested in applying should do so online and if they have any questions they can contact Kayshaun Barnes at .

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