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Lab Assistant (Hourly)To provide temporary assistance in a lab settingDescription of Duties and Tasks1) Performs clerical duties including operating a computer, maintaining records and files, and compiling data and reports as required.2) Maintains an inventory of supplies and materials.3) Initiates purchase requisitions, and monitors expenditures; may prepare cost estimates for budget recommendation, and/or submit justifications and request for capital outlay items.4) Operates, installs, and maintains equipment.5) May set up, configure and/or calibrate new equipment; may perform routine maintenance and repair.6) May assist students, or monitor and assist students, faculty, and staff in the use of equipment or facilities.Knowledge* Office administration and bookkeeping principles and practices.* Knowledge of specialized discipline depending on the area of assignment.* Safety principles and practices as it applies to area of assignment.Skills* Effectively using organizational and planning skills.* Effectively working with a multicultural student body.* Maintaining confidentiality of work-related information and materials.* Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.* Understanding and following instructions precisely.* Handling lab materials precisely and accurately.* Maintaining an established work schedule.* Effectively using interpersonal and communications skills.Technology Skills* Use a variety of spreadsheet, word processing, database, and presentation software.* Use related laboratory software applications.Required Work Experience* Two years related work experience.Required Education* High school diploma or educational equivalent.Physical Requirements* Work is performed in a variety of settings.* Subject to standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, pushing, and pulling, and at times subject to stooping, crawling, and climbing.* May need to lift heavy objects of up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds.* May be exposed to a variety of temperatures, noise, moving mechanical parts, or chemicals.* Specific vision abilities may include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to focus.Pay Rate$23.00/hourNumber of Openings:2Job Posting Close Date:September 3, 2026