How to Apply

Applicants must submit a current resume and a brief cover letter that contains the following information:

• Availability for the semester for which they are applying 
• Contact information for a Department of Green Chemistry and Biochemistry faculty member who has had them in lab
• A list of chemistry courses completed at UM-Flint

Job Summary

The Department of Green Chemistry and Biochemistry is looking for students to work as laboratory assistants in teaching labs during the Winter 2025 semester. Lab assistant positions are filled on a per semester basis. Lab assistant weekly schedules are dependent on the course that they are assisting with. Lab assistants will report to the Natural Sciences Laboratory Supervisor and the instructor for their assigned course.

Responsibilities*

The primary responsibility of a laboratory assistant is helping faculty during teaching labs. All lab assistants are expected to:

• Answer student questions, including helping with calculations
• Assist students with proper set up and use of laboratory equipment
• Know locations and appropriate usage of all safety equipment
• Follow all departmental safety rules
• Ensure good housekeeping in the lab by doing the following:
  • Confirm that there are sufficient quantities of reagents for the next lab
  • Ensure that all lab equipment is stored properly
  • Refill paper towels and soap dispensers as needed
  • Wipe benchtops and chemical dispensing stations at end of lab 
  • Report any broken equipment to the Lab Supervisor

Required Qualifications*

• Must be a currently enrolled UM-Flint student or recently graduated, within the last 6 months
• Successful completion and understanding of the course that is being assigned, equivalent experience, or higher level chemistry labs
• A demonstrated ability to apply laboratory safety rules
• Must be friendly and approachable to all members of the classroom
• Recommendation by a laboratory instructor from the Department of Green Chemistry and Biochemistry

Desired Qualifications*

• Excellent communication skills
• A strong understanding of the material being presented
• Ability to troubleshoot issues that may arise in the lab

Modes of Work

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.

Additional Information

University of Michigan-Flint - Plan for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

The University of Michigan-Flint's DEI plan can be found at: https://www.umflint.edu/dei/?

The University of Michigan-Flint exhibits its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through enacting fair practices, policies, and procedures particularly in support of the equitable participation of the historically underserved. UM-Flint recognizes the value of diversity in our efforts to provide equitable access and opportunities to all regardless of individual identities in support of a climate where everyone feels a sense of belonging, community, and agency.

Diversity is a core value at University of Michigan-Flint. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all students, staff, and faculty. The University of Michigan-Flint seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan, to maintain the excellence of the University, and to offer our students richly varied disciplines, perspectives, and ways of knowing and learning for the purpose of becoming global citizens in a connected world.

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.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of three calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the fourth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.