Part-Time Biology Laboratory Assistant

Part-Time Biology Laboratory Assistant

Job Description

Sarah Lawrence is a coeducational liberal arts college that consistently ranks among the leading liberal arts colleges in the country. Sarah Lawrence is known for its pioneering approach to education, its rich history of impassioned intellectual and civic engagement, and its vibrant, successful alumni. In close proximity to New York City, the historic campus, located in southern Westchester, is home to an intellectually curious and diverse community.Sarah Lawrence College seeks a Biology Laboratory Assistant responsible for the general clerical and technical operations of biology course labs. This person will work closely with the Biology faculty to assist in many key aspects of successful implementation of the weekly labs associated with our courses. This is a nine month, part-time staff position beginning August, 2025, with a twenty-four hour work week (4 days per week; 6 hours per day), with the possibility of extension.

Essential Duties SummaryResponsibilities will include:

• Ordering, stocking, and maintaining all supplies and reagents for the laboratories
• Preparing stocks, setting up and taking down weekly course labs as directed by thefaculty
• Keeping track of accounts and processing invoices for payment
• Maintaining inventory records and organizing common spaces in the department
• Supporting in the day-to-day operations of the laboratory, including during class time
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Required QualificationsQualifications

• Familiarity with biology labs; previous work experience in a biology laboratory-as a
• research or teaching assistant-is preferred.
• Strong organizational abilities
• Ability to work independently and to demonstrate appropriate initiative
• A demonstrated ability to work collegially with others
• Good quantitative skills, including measurement and mathematics
• Basic to intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.

Preferred Qualifications Posting Number: S00409P

Open Date:

Close Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

Salary: $28/hr

Special Instructions to Applicants

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