General Lab Student Assistant

General Lab Student Assistant will work independently or as a team member to help in the preparation of materials for classroom instruction within the Division of Natural Sciences and Mathematics. The individual will be expected to become familiar with the use, maintenance and upkeep of scientific equipment and classrooms which will lead to a safe, effective and pleasant work environment. 

Essential Responsibilities: 

• Make solutions used in various instruction labs. 
• Prepare microbiological media while utilizing sterile techniques. 
• Use and maintain a variety of scientific equipment such as the autoclave and water filtering system. 
• Periodically clean and perform minor repairs on a variety of microscope models. 
• Maintain laboratory prep rooms, labs, and classrooms neat and operational. 
• Follow appropriate safety protocol for handling chemicals, glassware, and spills. 
• Maintain preserved specimens, learning models and microscope slides. 
• Track and log Material Safety Data Sheets for chemicals. 
• Create innovative displays of science-based graduate and summer programs. 
• Assist with purchasing science equipment and materials for classroom learning. 
• Care and maintenance of living organisms as needed.
• Follow safety rules to provide an environment conducive for working.
• Responsible for ensuring that assigned tasks are completed in compliance with various institutional and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain a professional and courteous attitude at all times towards co-workers, internal and external customers,      representing Keuka College, its programs, policies, and procedures in a positive and professional manner. Maintain effective working relationships to ensure institution-wide teamwork.
• Attend provided/necessary training and other meetings to support effectiveness within the position as required.
• Consistently demonstrate high standards of integrity by supporting the Keuka College mission, vision, and values and adhering to institutional policies.
• Maintain a high regard for student privacy in accordance with the FERPA privacy policies and procedures.
• Regular and reliable attendance is expected and required.

Physical and Scheduling Requirements

• Occasional  lifting up to 25 lbs.

• Eligible for a Federal or Keuka Work-Study Award. 

• Keuka College student in the traditional on-campus undergraduate program.  

• Minimally lab experience is preferred but not required.  

• Essential for interested applicants to possess the willingness to learn proper procedural techniques. 

• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.

• Understand and behave with a high level of integrity and complete confidentiality at all times.  

• Ability to be sensitive to and respond to needs/concerns of students, faculty, college staff and the public.

• Ability to work under pressure with a high tolerance for interruptions, and the ability to work with diverse groups of people.