How to Apply
Applicants must submit a current resume and a brief cover letter that contains the following information:
- Availability for the semester in which they are applying
- A list of BIO department courses they have completed
- Contact information of a Biology Department faculty member who is recommending them
Job Summary
The Department of Biology is looking for students to work as laboratory assistants during the Winter 2025 semester in teaching labs. 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 the Laboratory Assistant is helping faculty during teaching labs. This may include:
- Answering student questions
- Providing guidance with laboratory set up and procedures
- Ensuring students are practicing good laboratory maintenance
- Restocking supplies as utilized by students
- Ensuring all safety protocols are being followed
This position may include supporting the faculty with the preparation of materials during their assigned lab section. Preparation of the lab could include set up of lab stations, assisting with good laboratory maintenance, and restocking inventory.
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 biology labs
- A demonstrated ability to apply laboratory safety rules
- Must be friendly and approachable to all members of the classroom
- Recommendation by a lab instructor from the Department of Biology
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.
