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Title: Student Lab Assistant - Dept. Engineering & Technology

Position Type: Student

Search Type: External - minimum 7 days

Department: 21R000 - Science, Tech, Engineering & Math

Division: 2R0000 - Academic Affairs

Position Location: Richmond Campus

Driver Classification: Non-Driver

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Schedule Type:  Part Time, No Benefits (less than 20 hrs per week)

Hours Per Week: 10-20

Additional Schedule Details: Fall 2025

Posted Salary Grade: Minimum $8.00/hour

Contact Person: Nilesh Joshi

Job Summary/Basic Functions

The EKU Department of Engineering and Technology seeks an Institutional Work Study Student Lab Assistant, beginning Fall 2025, with options to renew as needed.

This role primarily supports the department's laboratories, equipment and working spaces. Typical tasks can include assuring equipment is ready for student lab work, supporting lab maintenance, helping to create lab improvements, and assisting in the reconfiguration of our classroom and laboratory spaces. Student may also have opportunities to help prepare for department visitors (such as industry leaders) and/or to help with hosting events.

Candidate must be eligible for EKU Federal Work Study. Engineering and Technology majors are encouraged to apply.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

• High School diploma or GED is required.
  
• Must be enrolled at EKU

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Microsoft Office, Excel, and tools such as Google Docs is desired.
• Interest in learning about electrical and mechanical equipment and tools.
• Wants to be an effective contributor to our team and can exhibit strong problem-solving skills.
• Prepared to undertake different tasks and roles depending on department needs.
• Effective communication skills are helpful - meeting with visitors, preparing exhibits or demonstrations, etc.

Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Funding Source: Institutional

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions: Applicants should provide an official EKU email address and cell phone number for communication. Please submit a cover letter, resume, and 3 professional reference contact information.

EEO Statement

Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.

Background Check Statement

Offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.