What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Employee-Biological Sciences-Hourly Student Lab Assistant position at Sam Houston State University?
Posting Information
Requisition
202600132ST
Title
Student Employee-Biological Sciences-Hourly Student Lab Assistant
Employee Class
Student Employee
College Work Study Position
No
Department
Dept of Biological Sciences
Division
Division of Academic Affairs
Hours per week
Up to 28
Hiring Rate
Minimum starting rate: $10/hr
Preferred Student Classification
Nature & Purpose of Position
Student Laboratory Instructor will assist the freshman laboratory courses listed in the form of instruction assistance, supervision and grade handling. Additional tasks may be deemed at the discretion of the laboratory coordinator.
Jobs task will consist of but are not limited to:
- Prep work for lab(s)
- Grading student work within 10 days as per university policy
- Instructing/Supervising students during active lab session(s) that have been assigned
- Making copies for the lab section/session
- Meeting one-on-one with students of assigned lab(s)
- Organizing/Cleaning assigned lab room(s)
- Other duties as assigned by Laboratory Coordinator
The selected candidate will be responsible for management of student grades and grading assignments in a timely manner. It is expected that the student selected for this position will be punctual, have excellent communication, will work in a team environment, and understand biological concepts.
Furthermore, the hired student must adhere to all university student employment policies and regulations as detailed by human resources.
Other Requirements for the Position
Be sure to provide a current resume/CV and your class schedule for the academic semester that you are applying for.
Open Date
04/20/2026
Position Number
9N9297
Contact Information
Contact Name & Title
Zoe Morris
Contact Phone
936-294-1539
Contact Email
zbm003@shsu.edu
Contact Building & Room #
Contact Fax
Contact Instructions Summary
EEO Statement
EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
Benefits:
Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off, Job TrainingSalary : $10