What are the responsibilities and job description for the LAB ATTENDANT (Student/Work Study) position at University of Michigan?
How to Apply
Applicants must submit a current resume with a brief cover letter that contains the following information:
The attendant will work under the direction of the Laboratory Support Supervisor assisting the College of Innovation & Technology. The position was designed to support the various safety and stockroom needs that arise weekly.
Responsibilities*
Safety
Onsite
The work requires, or the supervisor approves a fully onsite presence. Onsite is defined as a designated U-M owned or leased work location within or outside of the State of Michigan
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Background Screening
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Applicants must submit a current resume with a brief cover letter that contains the following information:
- Availability for the current semester in which you are applying
- Contact information of a specific UM-Flint instructor that will provide a recommendation
- A list of courses completed at UM-Flint within the College of Innovation & Technology
The attendant will work under the direction of the Laboratory Support Supervisor assisting the College of Innovation & Technology. The position was designed to support the various safety and stockroom needs that arise weekly.
Responsibilities*
Safety
- Perform laboratory safety inspections and correct any deficiencies
- Assist with the creation of standard operating procedures for laboratories
- Collect hazardous waste, chemical and/or biohazardous
- Receive and deliver packages
- Perform stockroom inventory counts
- Other duties as assigned
- Currently enrolled UM-Flint student (any academic standing)
- Be able to work both independently and with a team
- Strong communicator
- Positive attitude and motivated
- Ability to accurately input information into associated safety and stockroom logs
- Ability to work with common maintenance chemicals (Ethanol, Sodium Bicarbonate)
- Able to work a consistent schedule, including shifts encompassing at least 3 hours/day
- Comfortable working and following protocol for labs in the department, as well as BSL2 spaces (aseptic technique, sterility)
Onsite
The work requires, or the supervisor approves a fully onsite presence. Onsite is defined as a designated U-M owned or leased work location within or outside of the State of Michigan
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Background Screening
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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