Natural Science Lab Assistant

Job Description

  • Assist with the daily maintenance of the labs (Biology, Chemistry, Core)
  • Chemical and biological wastes management
  • Take care of Greenhouse

Special Skills Needed: 

  • Basic knowledge of chemistry and biology
  • Ability to take initiative and work independently
  • Complete the MNS Chemistry and Biology Laboratory Safety video and follow the requirements discussed
  • Ability to lift up to 30 pounds as needed, two person lift acceptable 
  • Ability to wear PPE (may include: lab coat, safety goggles, disposable nitrile gloves, neoprene apron, thermal gloves)
  • Proper Laboratory Attire required for each work shift (long pants, full coverage shoes, loose/dangling items removed, hair pulled back away from face and off shoulders)

*Students are prohibited from driving during work-study employment with the limited exception of authorized work-study driver positions.

Starting Date

Department Information

Contact Name

Xiaowei Ma

Department

Marine and Natural Science Division

Phone Number

401-254-3141

Email

xma@rwu.edu