Student - Chemistry Lab Assistant

General Description:

The Chemistry department is looking for students to assist in the lab portion of Fall 2024 classes. Must have previously completed a Chemistry lab course.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Attend your assigned section and actively participate in the student learning process.
2. Assist in the evaluation and assessment of lab reports as directed by the course instructor.
3. Maintain confidentiality of all coursework and assignments, grades, and any material on any graded assignments throughout the course
4. Aid the instructor during class, including supervising the lab, ensuring students perform activities correctly and helping to answer questions when possible
5. Monitor and notify the instructor if supplies for future labs are low and need to be reordered
6. Assist with lab prep and clean up
7. Additional duties include cleaning and disinfecting the lab before and/or after labs

Position Requirements:

1. Continued full-time student status (minimum of 12 credit hours)
2. Successful completion of corresponding lab course with a grade of B or higher, preferably at Newman University
3. Must be authorized to work in the United States

Number of hours per week: 5

Number of positions available: 3

Rate of Pay: $8.25 per hour

Founded in 1933, Newman University is a liberal arts institution grounded in Catholic values and traditions, yet is respectful of all faiths. At Newman you'll find people, programs, organizations and activities designed to educate the mind and inspire the spirit. Our low instructor-to-student ratio and collaborative faculty contribute to a positive learning environment. We are a sponsored ministry of the Adorers of the Blood of Christ, US Region. We invite you to join us in our work of empowering our graduates to transform society!

Newman University is committed to hiring faculty and staff members that reflect the diversity of our region and to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees, according to all applicable equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, directives, and regulations of federal, state, and local governing bodies and agencies. In keeping this commitment, it is the policy of Newman University to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, marital status, familial status, public assistance status, local human rights commission activity, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or status as a qualified protected veteran.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008, Newman University will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with a disability in completing the application form or in the interview process. Please notify the Human Resources Office at (316) 942-4291, ext. 2202 or email [email protected] in advance so necessary arrangements can be made.