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Niagara University

We are seeking adjunct faculty to teach one or more laboratory sections of Organic Chemistry for Biochemistry and Chemistry majors. Students enrolled in this lab course are also enrolled in a lecture ...

Niagara University

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We are seeking adjunct faculty to teach one or more laboratory sections of Organic Chemistry for Biochemistry and Chemistry majors. Students enrolled in this lab course are also enrolled in a lecture ...

Niagara University

We are seeking an adjunct faculty position is available to teach a laboratory section of Physical Chemistry for Biochemistry and Chemistry majors. Students in this course are also enrolled in a ...

Niagara University

$1.6K - $1.8K/day

We are seeking an adjunct faculty position is available to teach a laboratory section of Physical Chemistry for Biochemistry and Chemistry majors. Students in this course are also enrolled in a ...

Niagara University

We are seeking an adjunct faculty position is available to teach a laboratory section of Physical Chemistry for Biochemistry and Chemistry majors. Students in this course are also enrolled in a ...

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Chemistry Laboratory Assistant-student position

North Central College

Naperville, IL • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

Posting Details
Position Information
Federal Work Study Eligible?
Posting Number
ST000692
Position Title
Chemistry Laboratory Assistant-student position
Department
Chemistry/Physics
Division
College of Arts & Sciences
Supervisor
Christopher Gierek
Supervisor Title
Chemistry - Physics Laboratory Manager/Chemical Hygiene Officer
Description of Job Duties
The Chemistry Laboratory Assistant assists the Laboratory Manager with the preparation of chemistry laboratory kits, including apparatus set-up and solutions preparations. The Laboratory Assistant maintains and restocks the laboratory chemicals and equipment stock and maintains/cleans laboratory glassware stock.
Do the job duties for this position include any driving requirements?
No
Job Qualifications
The successful applicant will have completed the lecture and laboratory coursework of Chemistry 141 and 142 with a letter grade of "C" or higher and be enrolled in Organic Chemistry lecture and lab or have already completed the series of courses with a letter grade of "C" or higher. The applicant should have a basic knowledge of laboratory glassware and equipment in addition to being able to demonstrate the safe and proper handling of chemicals and laboratory equipment. The successful Laboratory Assistant works well in a group setting but can also work independently and without direct supervision. Good verbal and written communication skills are a plus.
Will this position be working with minors?
No
Approximate number of work hours per week
5-15
Posting Detail Information
EEO Statement
North Central College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. NCC provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please notify the Office of Human Resources at 630-637-5757 or humanresources@hr.noctrl.edu
Determinations for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Open Date
01/10/2022
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes

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