Student Employee - Microbiology Lab Assistant

Student Employee - Microbiology Lab Assistant

Salary

$15.00 Hourly

Location

McHenry County College - 8900 Northwest Hwy 14, Crystal Lake, IL

Job Type

Student Employee

Job Number

202600127

Division

Academic Affairs

Department

Math, Science, and Health Services

Opening Date

08/12/2026

Target Hire Rate

$15.00

Pay Grade

STU

• Description
• Benefits

Workweek

Up to 20 hours per Week | Schedule will vary depending on students class schedule.

Position Summary

Assist with the set-up and take- down of micro labs including moving specimens to/from incubator

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities

• Prepare lab materials, specimens, and equipment for scheduled classes and experiments
• Set up and clean lab benches, glassware, and instruments before and after use
• Restock supplies and assist with inventory of chemicals, models, and tools
• Label and organize samples, slides, and biological materials as directed
• Follow all safety procedures and assist in maintaining compliance with lab safety protocols
• Dispose of biological waste properly in accordance with college and state guidelines
• Assist faculty and staff with special projects, demonstrations, or events related to the biology program

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• Excellent English communication skills
• Ability to frequently bend, stretch, and lift

No benefits are offered for this position.

Employer McHenry County College

Address 8900 U. S. Highway 14

Crystal Lake, Illinois, 60012

Phone (815) 479-7562

Website www.mchenry.edu