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CFOR Undergraduate Lab Assistant

  • 497645
  • Richmond Campus
  • College of Science, Tech, Eng & Math
  • Student
  • Closing at: Oct 27 2026 - 23:55 EDT
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Title: CFOR Undergraduate Lab 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

Contact Person: Rachel Velez

 

 

Job Summary/Basic Functions

The Department of Chemistry and Forensic Science is seeking Undergraduate Laboratory Assistants to assist with the coverage of laboratory courses under the supervision of the laboratory course coordinator and/or a faculty supervisor. Responsibilities include attending trainings, pre-lab discussions, preparing for the laboratory by completing the experiment themselves or shadowing an experienced teaching assistant, ensuring the safety of students, and grading/recording reports for their lab section(s). Assistants must be available during scheduled lab class meetings as well as prep time outside of class. Appointment is for the Fall 2026 semester, with option to renew as openings are available.

Successful candidates must be enrolled full-time at EKU and meet eligibility requirements for Federal Work Study and/or Institutional Work Study. They must have completed CHE 325 and CHE 362 and have a minimum GPA of 3.0 for all courses taken. Candidates pursuing a degree in Chemistry or related STEM program are strongly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities include:
Attend trainings, pre-lab discussion, preparing for the laboratory by completing the experiment themselves or shadowing an experienced teaching assistant, ensuring safety of students, and grading/recording all lab reports for their lab section(s).  Assistant will be paid for time spent in and out of the lab.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Must be enrolled as a student at EKU.

Preferred Qualifications:

Completion of CHE 325 and CHE 362 and a minimum GPA of 3.0 for all courses taken.

Job Duties:

 

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.

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