AI Living Lab Student Assistant

Student Advanced Level

Requisition IDreq37623 Working TitleAI Living Lab Student Assistant Pay$18.00 Hourly CampusMain - Albuquerque, NM DepartmentOff Campus Work Study (454F) Employment TypeStudent Employment Student TypeWork-Study StatusNon-Exempt Background Check RequiredNo For Best Consideration Date8/27/2026 Position Summary

Organization: STEM is Child''s Play - AI Living Lab

Location: AI Living Lab

An Off-Campus Work-Study position - MUST have a Work-Study Award

Position Summary

STEM is Child''s Play Foundation is seeking an AI Living Lab Student Assistant to support the daily operation of the AI Living Lab. This position is designed for college students interested in science, technology, agriculture, environmental science, AI, or education.

The Student Assistant will work across the laboratory, hydroponics and aquaponics systems, reptile habitats, AI programming areas, and general lab operations. This position works exclusively with adults. The AI Living Lab is open by appointment only and does not involve programming with minors in this role.

Key Responsibilities

Assist with the daily operation and organization of the AI Living Lab

Prepare the laboratory, workstations, and demonstration areas for scheduled adult appointments and visitors

Support hydroponic and aquaponic systems, including plant care and basic system maintenance

Assist with basic water-quality testing and laboratory activities as directed

Help maintain plants, growing systems, aquaponic systems, and educational exhibits

Assist with reptile and habitat care according to established procedures

Prepare materials, equipment, and supplies for scheduled sessions and demonstrations

Clean, organize, and maintain work areas and laboratory equipment

Monitor supplies and notify the Lab Director when materials need to be replenished

Assist with setting up and breaking down community events, workshops, and demonstrations

Help document lab activities through photos, videos, and written records

Support content creation for the AI Living Lab''s YouTube channel and social media

Help adult visitors understand the purpose and activities of the AI Living Lab

Follow laboratory, animal-care, equipment, and general safety procedures

Report equipment problems, safety concerns, or damaged materials to the Lab Director

Perform other duties necessary to keep the AI Living Lab operating effectively

Minimum Qualifications

Enrolled in a degree seeking program at UNM, Enrolled at least half-time (6 hours) at UNM for fall and spring semesters (Audit hours do not count), and if Work Study, you must meet Satisfactory Academic Progress.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Current enrollment in a college or university program

Interest in STEM, AI, science, technology, agriculture, environmental science, or a related field

Comfortable working with plants, water, laboratory equipment, animals, and technology

Good organizational and communication skills

Dependable and able to work independently and as part of a team

Willingness to learn new equipment, procedures, and technologies

Ability to work in a hands-on environment where duties may change from day to day

Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

Please submit Cover Letter and Resume. MUST have a Work-Study Award.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.