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Title: Chemistry/Forensic Science Lab Prep Assistant

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

Hours Per Week: Maximum of 20

Additional Schedule Details: Summer 2025

Posted Salary Grade: Minimum $8.00/hour

Retirement:   None 

Contact Person: Rachel Velez

Job Summary/Basic Functions

The Department of Chemistry and Forensic Science is accepting applications for Lab Prep Assistant(s). Appointment is for the Summer 2025 semester, with the option to renew as openings are available.

Primary responsibilities will be but are not limited to the following:
-Assist in chemical preparation in a laboratory setting
-General lab functions such as, making labels, cleaning glassware, etc
-Maintaining the stockroom while staying compliant with safety standards

Successful candidates must be enrolled full-time at EKU and meet eligibility requirements for Federal Work Study and/or Institutional Work Study.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: 

• Must be enrolled at EKU
• Completion of CHE 111/112 and labs with a grade of "B " or higher.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Candidates pursuing a degree in Chemistry or related STEM program are strongly encouraged to apply.

Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Open Until Filled: No

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.