Lab Assistant, Science (Part-Time)
Job Location:
Cheyenne, WY - USA
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Job Summary
- Job Summary
The Lab Assistant Science position for LCCC is a part-time non-benefited position that is responsible for supporting the Science Department by aiding in the areas of Biology Chemistry Anatomy/Physiology and the STEM Pathway. The responsibilities of this position may include setup maintenance and operation of LCCCs laboratory supplies and equipment assisting in various labs as well as working with the STEM Pathway Coordinator to coordinate and oversee STEM Pathway events and the STEM Mobile Lab. This position may be required to assist instructors in providing training and laboratory sessions to students through topics such as laboratory protocols safety practices equipment operation and other topics as assigned. This positions responsibilities also may include working with and around laboratory equipment; managing supplies and equipment inventories; animal care; inspecting and properly using personal protective equipment (PPE); maintaining equipment and training aids; cleaning lab areas and equipment; preparing laboratory materials; and overall assisting with the program needs as directed by supervising faculty. Proper protective equipment and safety standards must be utilized at all times in this work area. Individuals in this position are expected to represent the Department and LCCC in a professional manner.
Compensation: $15.03/hr.
Priority Screening Date:Position is open until filled.
Starting Date:As soon as practical after the hiring process.
- Principal Responsibilities and Results KSAs
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: this position isnon-exemptandiseligible for compensatory or overtime pay provisions of the FLSA. This listing of essential duties is not all-inclusive but representative other duties may be assigned).
- Provide animal care for the biology department.
- Determine and adhere to work schedule with supervisor.
Other tasks may be assigned based on contemporary institutional needs.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS:- While performing the essential functions of this position a variable work schedule may be required
- There may be occurrences of interacting with employees and/or students past employees and/or students members of the general public and others who express opinions may exhibit strong emotions which will require the employee to interact professionally diplomatically and appropriately in such situations
- While performing the essential duties of this position an employee would frequently be required to move around the assigned work areas as well as within hallways meeting rooms and other parts of the campus facilities
- There may be multiple/daily instances of prolonged sitting standing and personal computer use which would include keyboard and/or mouse usage as well as viewing a computer monitor
- An employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision distance vision and ability to adjust focus
- The overall work environment requires the mental ability to shift focal point quickly due to interruptions; an employee must be able to mentally track multiple projects and tasking as well
NOTE: This position description is a general description; it is not intended as an employment contract nor is it intended to describe all duties someone in this position may perform. All employees of the College are expected to perform other tasks as assigned.
- Education and Experience Requirements
MinimumQualifications:
- High school Diploma GED or equivalent
PreferredQualifications:
- Current or previous student at LCCC.
- Completion of college-level STEM course(s) related to the area of work (e.g. general chemistry courses to work in the chemistry lab).
- Notes
If you are selected for the position your appointment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check. LCCC reserves the right to end this employment agreement should the results of your background investigation not be successful.
LCCC DOES NOT SPONSOR H1B VISAS.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Laramie County Community College is an EEO/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution in the provision of its education and employment programs and services. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race color national origin religion sex pregnancy marital status age physical or mental disability or covered veteran status.
The college has a designated person to monitor compliance and to answer any questions regarding the colleges nondiscrimination policies. Please contact: Title IX Title VI and ADA Coordinator Suite 205 Clay Pathfinder Building 1400 E College Drive Cheyenne WY.778.1144. Contact information for the regional Office for Civil Rights is: Office for Civil Rights Denver Office U.S. Department of Education Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building 1244 Speer Boulevard Suite 310 Denver CO 80204-.844.5695. Updated 6/2025.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
