• Lab Assistant

    Connecticut College (New London, CT)


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    Position Details

    Position Information

    Position Title Lab Assistant

     

    Department Dean of the Faculty - Operations -Group

     

    Pay Type Non Exempt

     

    Appointment Type (A) Continuing Full-Time

     

    Hours Per Week 37.5

     

    Number of weeks 44 weeks per year

     

    other - # of weeks 44

     

    Benefits Eligible Full Benefits

     

    Geographical Regional

     

    Qualifies for Relocation Reimbursement No

     

    Work Schedule

    Job Description

    General Scope of Duties

    The Lab Assistant supports the daily operations of the laboratory by preparing materials, setting up equipment, and assisting with experiments and data collection. This role ensures the lab is clean, organized, and stocked with necessary supplies. The Lab Assistant also follows safety protocols and assists researchers, faculty, or students with routine tasks to support the overall function and efficiency of the lab.

    General Duties and Responsibilities

    1. preparation of lab supplies for selected labs in the life sciences and chemistry departments to be determined each year based on specific needs, with priority going to support labs that are being taught by new, adjunct, or visiting instructors

    2. transitions between labs taught in the same space in New London Hall and Olin, as needed

    3. maintenance of chemical storage, inventory, and waste disposal for classes

    4. maintenance of dry goods storage and inventory for classes

    5. routine maintenance of common equipment (e.g. microscopes, pipetmen, spectrophotometers, pH meters, balances, etc.)

    6. routine maintenance of the autoclave in NLH and the NMR in Hale

    7. coordination of equipment repairs (calling service technicians, arranging the repair visits, etc.)

    8. hiring and supervising student workers, as needed

    Education and Skills

    Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field and at least 3 years of lab experience. Experience with a broad range of equipment and lab techniques preferred. Candidates will be expected to work independently and manage their own time to complete their work.

    Preferred Qualifications

    Physical Demands

     

    Driving Required No

     

    Salary Range $25.00 - $29.00

    Note

    Connecticut College is committed to fair and competitive compensation. The final offer will reflect the candidate’s experience, education, and the institution’s pay structure to ensure internal equity.

     

    Applicant Credentialing Thorough applicant credentialing will be conducted on the selected candidate which will include criminal records check, DMV check and depending on the position psychological exam and pre-placement physical.

     

    Posting Detail Information

     

    Open Date 07/21/2025

     

    Applications accepted through

     

    Open Until Filled Yes

     

    Documents needed to Apply

    Required Documents

    + Resume

    + Cover Letter

     

    Optional Documents

     

    Supplemental Questions

     

    Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

     

    + Are you eligible to work in the U.S.?

    + Yes

    + No

    + Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa)?

    + Yes

    + No