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GW Student

$17.25 - $22/hr

Position Title Student Lab Assistant [Art] I _On-Campus FWS Level of Support Student Support I Position Type On-Campus FWS Number of Openings 5 Work Hours During Standard Business Hours (M-F 8am-5pm ...

GW Student

$17.25 - $22/hr

Position Title Student Lab Assistant [Art] I _On-Campus FWS Level of Support Student Support I Position Type On-Campus FWS Number of Openings 10 Work Hours During Standard Business Hours (M-F 8am-5pm ...

GW Student

$17.25 - $22/hr

Position Title Student Lab Assistant [Art] I _On-Campus FWS Level of Support Student Support I Position Type On-Campus FWS Number of Openings 10 Work Hours During Standard Business Hours (M-F 8am-5pm ...

GW Student

$17.25 - $22/hr

Position Title Student Lab Assistant [Art] I _On-Campus FWS Level of Support Student Support I Position Type On-Campus FWS Number of Openings 10 Work Hours During Standard Business Hours (M-F 8am-5pm ...

University of Idaho

Teaching Lab Instructor

Moscow, ID · On-site

$25/hr

Posting Details Classification Information Posting Number STH002201P Employee Category Student/Temporary Position Information Position Title Teaching Lab Instructor Location Coeur d'Alene Division ...

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How much do student lab jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for student lab in the United States is $25.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $27.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a student lab assistant?

Student lab assistants are students, typically at the undergraduate or graduate level, who support instructors, researchers, or laboratory supervisors in various scientific or academic labs. Their duties may include preparing materials, setting up equipment, assisting with experiments, maintaining lab cleanliness, and sometimes helping with data collection or analysis. This role provides valuable hands-on experience and exposure to laboratory procedures, making it ideal for students pursuing careers in science, engineering, or medicine. Student lab assistants often work part-time and may also help ensure safety protocols are followed in the lab.

What are the common responsibilities of a student lab assistant?

Students working in a lab are typically tasked with assisting in experiments, maintaining equipment, recording data, and ensuring that safety protocols are followed. This hands-on experience provides excellent opportunities to learn laboratory techniques, develop problem-solving skills, and understand the scientific research process. Students often collaborate closely with research staff and faculty, gaining mentorship and exposure to real-world scientific inquiry. These roles can pave the way for future careers in research, medicine, or laboratory management.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a student lab assistant?

To thrive as a Student Lab Assistant, you need a basic understanding of laboratory procedures, attention to detail, and often enrollment in a relevant academic program such as biology or chemistry. Familiarity with lab equipment, safety protocols, and sometimes experience with data entry software or learning management systems is typically required. Strong communication, teamwork, and time management skills help distinguish top performers in this role. These competencies ensure that lab operations run smoothly, experiments are conducted safely, and research or instructional goals are met efficiently.

What is the difference between Student Lab vs Laboratory Technician?

AspectStudent LabLaboratory Technician
Required CredentialsTypically enrolled in a related educational program; may not require formal certificationAssociate degree or certification often required; some roles may require licensure
Work EnvironmentEducational settings, training labs, or internship environmentsClinical, research, or industrial laboratories
Employer & Industry UsageEducational institutions, training programsHospitals, research facilities, industrial labs
Common Search & ComparisonStudents, trainees, entry-level rolesProfessional lab staff, technicians, industry workers

The main difference between a Student Lab and a Laboratory Technician is that students are typically gaining hands-on experience in educational settings without full certification, while Laboratory Technicians are trained professionals working in various labs with specific credentials. Students focus on learning, whereas technicians perform routine lab tasks in professional environments.

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Infographic showing various Student Lab job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 61% Full Time, 35% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 16% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,516 per year, or $25.2 per hour.

PLV Biology Student Lab Technician

Pace University

Pleasantville, NY

$20.25 - $27/hr

Full-time

Posted 22 days ago

Job description

The PLV Biology Department is seeking student laboratory technicians. Students will provide technical assistance concerning experimental preparations and procedures for laboratory classes.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • The preparation of lab materials for undergraduate lab experiments, i.e. preparing solutions, micro-biologic media/subcultures, dissection specimens, electrophoresis apparatus, etc.
  • Conduct inventories of chemicals, lab supplies, IT equipment, instruments, anatomy models, lab equipment, etc.
  • Operate, maintain, and calibrate standard lab equipment and instrumentation
  • Involved in regulatory compliant lab practices and record-keeping
  • Actively involved in general laboratory maintenance which includes organizing lab classrooms, prep rooms, and stockrooms, washing glassware, and autoclaving/segregating micro-waste
  • Lab safety training is required and provided before working in the labs.
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Pace has always prioritized student success. A century ago, that meant propelling people to new highs in practical business careers. Our educational model is still real-world—but today Pace offers unbeatable opportunity to ambitious students at every level, in dozens of disciplines, and on three campuses. Ranked in the top 9% of private US colleges that provide the best return on tuition investment, Pace University transforms the lives of its diverse students—academically, professionally, and socioeconomically. We are at the forefront of creating opportunity and that mission is expressed in our motto: Opportunitas.

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