Work Study Lab Student Employee (Biology)

Position Title

Work Study Lab Student Employee (Biology)

Posting Number

SE0023

Student Employment Type Of Position

Lab

Academic Year

2025-2026

Actual Salary

$15.00

Semester

Spring , Summer

Department

Science, Business, & Computer Technology

Supervisor

Jennifer Padilla

Direct Supervisor Email

padillaj39@morainevalley.edu

Direct Supervisor Phone

708 608- 4342

Work Location:

Main Campus

Duties/Skills

Organizational Skills, Ability to maintain strict confidentiality, Good Judgement, Good oral and written communication skills, Excellent grammar skills, Cleaning and maintenance, Lab preparation, Equipment distribution and maintenance, Ability to assist students with basic lab procedures and equipment use

Qualifications-The student hired for this position should know how to::

• Effectively Communicate: Student must have effective and clear verbal and written communication (including listening skills).
• Demonstrate Critical Thinking: Students must engage in critical thinking (problem solving, decision-making, applied knowledge, creativity) to initiate and implement solutions to problems.
• Participate as a Productive Member of a Team: Student must use teamwork skills (relationship building, interpersonal skills) and become a contributor to the department.
• Utilize Information & Technology Effectively: Student must have current technology skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet, Email, etc.)
• Implement Self-Management Skills: Student must be dependable with strong work habits; able to manage time and priorities, work independently, punctual and operate for the greater good & provide service to all.
• Cultural Inclusion: Student must demonstrate openness, inclusiveness, sensitivity, and the ability to interact respectfully with all people and value individuals’ differences.
  
  

Days Needed

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Times Needed

Monday-Friday 8am to 5pm (flexible schedule)

Additional Job Duties/Skills/Requirements

Handling live animals, plants, and bacteria.

• This position may require a background check. Demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
  
  

Posting Date

02/05/2026

Special Instructions To Applicants

During the Fall and Spring, student employees are allowed to work a maximum of 20 hours per week and must be enrolled in 6 or more credit hours. During the Summer, holiday break and spring break student employees are allowed to work a maximum of 25 hours per week. Summer only, students must be enrolled in 3 or more credit hours. Student employees must always maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher. *This position may require a background check. Demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality.