Penn State University
Part-Time Lab Assistant
Penn State University - University Park, Pennsylvania, United States, 16802
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Lab Assistant
Student Disability Resources (SDR) is looking for a part-time Lab Assistant for a student who has a mobility impairment taking Chemistry Lab courses during the Fall 2025 Semester. The individual hired for this role will assist the student with classroom-based lab activities to ensure access to course information. In addition, they may also assist with outside of class lab work and assessments if physical manipulation of materials is needed. Primary duties include: Act as the student's lab assistant during class. Physically manipulate lab equipment and materials on the student's behalf. Retrieve, carry, and organize lab components on the student's behalf. Carry out the student's verbal instructions exactly as described. Lab Safety
Follow all appropriate lab safety procedures. Notify appropriate university personnel of safety issues or concerns. Other
Other tasks as assigned by SDR. Requirements:
Time commitment: Attend scheduled class sessions in-person, on the Penn State University Park Campus. Tuesday: 1:30PM - 5:30PM Able to schedule time outside of class to work on course assignments. Able to work an estimated four to eight hours per week. Knowledge of Chemistry lab safety procedures is required. Previous experience working with individuals who have disabilities is preferred but not required. Additional Notes:
Job-related training will be provided. The individual hired for this role is not responsible for individually teaching course material. CHEM 111 Teaching Assistants, Learning Assistants, and past students are encouraged to apply. Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review
here . Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
Student Disability Resources (SDR) is looking for a part-time Lab Assistant for a student who has a mobility impairment taking Chemistry Lab courses during the Fall 2025 Semester. The individual hired for this role will assist the student with classroom-based lab activities to ensure access to course information. In addition, they may also assist with outside of class lab work and assessments if physical manipulation of materials is needed. Primary duties include: Act as the student's lab assistant during class. Physically manipulate lab equipment and materials on the student's behalf. Retrieve, carry, and organize lab components on the student's behalf. Carry out the student's verbal instructions exactly as described. Lab Safety
Follow all appropriate lab safety procedures. Notify appropriate university personnel of safety issues or concerns. Other
Other tasks as assigned by SDR. Requirements:
Time commitment: Attend scheduled class sessions in-person, on the Penn State University Park Campus. Tuesday: 1:30PM - 5:30PM Able to schedule time outside of class to work on course assignments. Able to work an estimated four to eight hours per week. Knowledge of Chemistry lab safety procedures is required. Previous experience working with individuals who have disabilities is preferred but not required. Additional Notes:
Job-related training will be provided. The individual hired for this role is not responsible for individually teaching course material. CHEM 111 Teaching Assistants, Learning Assistants, and past students are encouraged to apply. Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review
here . Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.