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Compass Group

JANITOR (FULL TIME)

Ridgeland, MS

$14/hr

ESFM's clients include many household names from Life Science, Technology, Oil & Gas and Manufacturing markets. ESFM self-performs 80% of all IFM solutions provided to clients. Their portfolio of ...

Compass Group

JANITOR (FULL TIME)

Ridgeland, MS

$14/hr

ESFM's clients include many household names from Life Science, Technology, Oil & Gas and Manufacturing markets. ESFM self-performs 80% of all IFM solutions provided to clients. Their portfolio of ...

Compass Group

JANITOR (FULL TIME)

Canton, MS

$14/hr

ESFM's clients include many household names from Life Science, Technology, Oil & Gas and Manufacturing markets. ESFM self-performs 80% of all IFM solutions provided to clients. Their portfolio of ...

Compass Group

JANITOR (FULL TIME)

Canton, MS

$14/hr

ESFM's clients include many household names from Life Science, Technology, Oil & Gas and Manufacturing markets. ESFM self-performs 80% of all IFM solutions provided to clients. Their portfolio of ...

Compass Group

JANITOR

Canton, MS · On-site

$14/hr

ESFM's clients include many household names from Life Science, Technology, Oil & Gas and Manufacturing markets. ESFM self-performs 80% of all IFM solutions provided to clients. Their portfolio of ...

Compass Group

JANITOR

Ridgeland, MS · On-site

$14/hr

ESFM's clients include many household names from Life Science, Technology, Oil & Gas and Manufacturing markets. ESFM self-performs 80% of all IFM solutions provided to clients. Their portfolio of ...

Danaher

Product Manager Internships

Jackson, MS · On-site

As a Product Management Intern at Danaher, you'll join a collaborative team working across R&D, marketing, and sales to bring cutting-edge life sciences solutions from ideation to market. This role ...

Danaher

Software Engineer Internships

Jackson, MS · On-site

... life sciences, and biotechnology. Our global teams work every day to solve the world's most complex challenges by developing tools that improve human health. As part of the Danaher family, Beckman ...

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How much do life science jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for life science in Jackson, MS is $14.54, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $14.62 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Life Science vs Biological Technician?

AspectLife ScienceBiological Technician
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in biology, biochemistry, or related fieldAssociate's or Bachelor's degree in biology or related field
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, pharmaceutical companies, biotech firmsLaboratories, research facilities, academic institutions
Employer & Industry UsageUsed broadly across biotech, pharma, research institutionsPrimarily in research labs supporting biological research

Life Science is a broad field encompassing various roles in biological research and development, while Biological Technicians focus specifically on supporting laboratory experiments and data collection. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds but differ in scope and responsibilities.

What are some typical interdisciplinary collaborations that professionals in life science roles can expect, and how do these collaborations impact project outcomes?

Professionals in Life Science roles frequently collaborate with experts from fields such as bioinformatics, chemistry, engineering, and clinical research. These interdisciplinary teams are essential for driving innovation, as they combine diverse skill sets to tackle complex biological questions or develop new technologies. Effective collaboration often involves regular meetings, shared project management tools, and clear communication to ensure alignment on goals and timelines. Being open to learning from colleagues in other disciplines greatly enhances both individual and project success, and can open doors to new career pathways within the life sciences.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a life science role, and why are they important?

The qualifications to get a job in a life sciences field typically include a bachelor’s degree and specific skills related to your duties. In college, you should study or major in biology, ecology, chemistry, or a closely related field. It is also important to get experience in laboratory and research settings, either through campus jobs or summer internships in the field. Advanced roles require a master’s degree, M.D., or Ph.D. Important skills include technical knowledge, such as how to design experiments, advanced computer literacy, and knowledge of safety protocols. Being a team player and having good interpersonal communication is essential.

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Infographic showing various Life Science job openings in Jackson, MS as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $30,252 per year, or $14.5 per hour.

Physical Science Teacher (26-27 SY)

Rankin County School District

Brandon, MS • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 17 days ago

Rankin County School District rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

40th of 631 rated elementary and secondary schools

Job description

       Job title: Teacher Reports to: Principal Receives guidance from: Principal or Lead Teacher Overtime Status: Compliant with position, salary and FLSA regulations       
Job purpose:
In keeping a tradition of excellence, a teacher in the Rankin County School District is expected to help students learn required subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able and responsible men and women. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Duties and responsibilities:



  • Meet and instruct assigned classes at the assigned school and at times designated by Principal
  • Plan a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of the students
  • Lessons are aligned to standards and represent a coherent sequence of learning
  • Lessons have high levels of learning for all students
  • Assist students in taking responsibility for learning and monitors student learning
  • Provide multiple ways for students to make meaning of content
  • Manage a learning-focused classroom community; Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students
  • Manage classroom space, time, and resources effectively for student learning
  • Create and maintain a classroom of respect for all students
  • Engage in professional learning; possess a growth mindset
  • Establish and maintain effective communication with families/guardians
  • Prepare for classes assigned and show written evidence of preparation upon request of Principal
  • Encourage students to set and maintain high standards of classroom behavior
  • Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and, in harmony with the goals, establish clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects to communicate these objectives to students
  • Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved
  • Implement, by instruction and action, the district's philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives
  • Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as assigned
  • Identify and report the possibility of learning disabilities of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required
  • Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities
  • Maintain accurate, complete and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation
  • Assist the administration in implementing policies and rules governing student life and conduct, and, for the classroom, develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure, and maintain order in the classroom in a fair and just manner
  • Make provision for being available to students and parents for education related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms
  • Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s) and, cooperatively with department heads, evaluate the job performance
  • Strive to maintain and improve professional competence by participation in training sessions and classes
  • Attend staff meetings and serve on staff committees
  • Maintain and accept responsibility for any district owned fixed asset item assigned to employee and ensure appropriate use by following district policies for acceptable use
  • Undergo periodic evaluations according to state and board policy procedures
  • Maintain confidentiality
  • Regular, timely/dependable, in person attendance is an essential function of this position
  • Perform such other and not specifically enumerated duties as may be requested by the Board of Education, superintendent, administrator, director or established by district policy, state, or federal guidelines
  • Read, understand, and abide by Employee Conduct Policy, GAB, all other district policies and applicable procedures and protocols as established by RCSD, and Mississippi Educator Code of Conduct

Qualifications:
  • Education Level: Bachelor's degree in Education or higher
  • Certification:  Hold an appropriate Mississippi Teaching Credential or valid emergency
                             certification issued by the state of Mississippi Educational Board
  • Other Requirements: Required references and background check

Physical Demands:
  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands for fine manipulation, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms using equipment such as a keyboard and video display terminal. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, reach, crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and move up to 35 pounds and occasionally up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.   

Work Environment:
  • The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment is not a standard office setting; but rather encompasses the entire active school campus both inside and outside the facilities. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate and occasionally high.
        Note: This is not necessarily an all-inclusive or exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the job. The job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable.       
Terms of Employment:
 Salary, days and work year as established by the Rankin County Board of Education
Evaluation:
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Rankin County School Board policy on Evaluation of Employees.





 





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