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MIDLAND COLLEGE

PT Lab Assistant Biology

Midland, TX

$11 - $17.50/hr

PT Lab Assistant Biology Midland College | Midland, Texas Job Summary The Part-Time Biology Lab ... F 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. * summer M-Th 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 pm * Periodic evening and weekend hours ...

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Midland College

PT Lab Assistant Biology

Midland, TX · On-site

$11 - $17.50/hr

PT Lab Assistant Biology Midland College Midland, Texas Job Summary The Part-Time Biology Lab ... F 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. * summer M-Th 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 pm * Periodic evening and weekend hours ...

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Harper College

Student Aide - Fashion Design

Palatine, IL

$15.25 - $19.25/hr

... summer semester). Experience Requirements: The student aide should be proficient in the use of ... Job Duties: Assist the Fashion program and its students with various duties in the lab and ...

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How much do summer lab assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for summer lab assistant in the United States is $20.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.59 and $23.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a summer lab assistant?

Summer Lab Assistants are temporary staff, often students, who work in laboratories during the summer months to support ongoing research and routine lab operations. Their duties typically include preparing materials, assisting with experiments, collecting and recording data, and maintaining lab equipment. This role offers hands-on experience in a scientific environment, making it valuable for those interested in careers in science or research. Summer Lab Assistants work under the supervision of senior researchers or laboratory managers and must follow safety protocols at all times.

What does a summer lab assistant do?

As a Summer Lab Assistant, you’ll typically spend your days preparing lab materials, maintaining equipment, recording data, and assisting with experiments under the supervision of senior researchers. Your attention to detail ensures that experiments run smoothly and data is accurate, which is crucial for the research team’s progress. You may also help with sample collection, inventory management, and organizing lab spaces. By taking on these essential tasks, you enable scientists to focus on complex analyses and contribute directly to the success of the lab’s projects.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a summer lab assistant?

To excel as a Summer Lab Assistant, you generally need a basic understanding of laboratory procedures, attention to detail, and coursework in biology, chemistry, or a related field. Familiarity with laboratory equipment, safety protocols, and data recording systems is often required. Strong organizational skills, reliability, and effective communication help you work well in a team and follow instructions precisely. These competencies are essential to maintain lab safety, ensure accurate results, and support ongoing research projects efficiently.

What are summer jobs for a lab assistant?

As a summer lab assistant, you assist a team in conducting research through various experiments. Your responsibilities for this role include recording test results, preparing lab materials, and keeping highly detailed logs. These positions are often internships or entry-level jobs for students that allow you to gain research or laboratory experience and learn new skills as you pursue an advanced degree. This position is particularly helpful to those seeking a career in medical, scientific, pharmaceutical, or biological fields. Regardless of your area of study, the duties of a summer lab assistant are often to help a lab technician prepare or carry out an experiment, prepare a sample for testing, or record findings as they happen.

What is the difference between Summer Lab Assistant vs Summer Research Intern?

AspectSummer Lab AssistantSummer Research Intern
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or current student, some labs prefer relevant courseworkUndergraduate or graduate student, often with related coursework or research experience
Work EnvironmentLaboratory settings, assisting with experiments and data collectionResearch projects, data analysis, and possibly lab work, often more independent
Employer & Industry UsageUniversities, research institutions, biotech companiesUniversities, research labs, scientific organizations

While both roles involve supporting research activities in laboratory settings, Summer Lab Assistants typically assist with routine tasks and data collection, often requiring less experience. Summer Research Interns usually engage in more in-depth research activities, data analysis, and may have more academic prerequisites. Both positions provide valuable experience in scientific research environments.

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Infographic showing various Summer Lab Assistant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,113 per year, or $20.2 per hour.

STUDENT-Human Anatomy Lab Assistant Summer 2027

Ithaca College

Ithaca, NY • On-site

$4.5K/wk

Part-time

Posted 14 days ago

Ithaca College rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 10 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

229th of 619 rated colleges and universities

Job description

DESCRIPTION

  • Prepare, guide, instruct, and demonstrate the anatomical structures assigned for each lab session. Attend all lab preview meetings before the start of each lab session.
  • Provide assistants and supplemental help in open-labs for dissection and identification.
  • Assist in administering and grading laboratory exams.
  • Provide individual and small group review session outside scheduled lab times
  • Assist with care and maintenance of HAL and donor tissue.
  • Course dates for Summer 2027 have been set for May 18th - July 30th.The start and end dates will flank the course dates by one week (May 10th - August 6th).

  • A training course for all selected candidates will be offered in Spring 2027. Candidates must be able to attend all course dates and the training course

    This position should be considered your primary employment during the course dates listed.
     

    REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

  • Must be a Physical Therapy Senior Student
  • Must have taken PTBS-50100 and received a grade of B or better
  • Must be available for all scheduled lab sessions, lab meetings, and all preparations.

  • In addition, individuals must be available for a minimum of 8 hours per week of open/lab tutoring (specific times TBD).

    ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS IN YOUR APPLICATION, IN THE SAME DOCUMENT AS YOUR RESUME:
    1. What was your grade in Human Anatomy PTBS-50100?
    2. What was your most meaningful experience in the course?
    3. What did you find most difficult about the course?
    4. Please explain why you feel you are the best candidate for this position?
     

    APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: 
    Please submit your resume along with the job specific questions via the HR Cloud. You will need to have your resume and questions as 1 document.
    All applications must be received by end of business on Friday, September 24th, 2026.
    Anticipated Start Date: May 11th, 2026 (additional SP 27 & Fall 27 hours are a possibility)
    Compensation Approx earnings: $4,500 (paid biweekly over 12 weeks) - 25 hours per week for 12 weeks at $16 per hour.
     

    For questions regarding the application process:
    Leora Shimon, lspitzer@ithaca.edu
    For questions regarding specific job duties:
    Jim Yaggie, PhD, jyaggie@ithaca.edu

Ithaca College's student employment program offers meaningful experiential learning opportunities that develop transferable skills sought by employers across various industries. These positions allow students to apply classroom knowledge in real-world professional settings, fostering both personal and professional growth.

Ithaca College is committed to building a diverse academic community and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. Experience that contributes to the diversity of the college is appreciated.

It is advised that applicants apply attaching both a resume and cover letter. Application screening will begin immediately. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the I-9 and employment eligibility requirements. You will need to bring your original, unexpired, authorized personal identification documents to your designated representative or The Office of Human Resources (Peggy Ryan Williams Center, Garden Level) to complete the form. More about acceptable documentation can be found here: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acce... Please note that photos or copies will not be accepted.

In an effort to promote campus safety and the security of College resources, Ithaca College will, consistent with the requirements of the law and prudent practices, conduct criminal background investigations per College policy. This positionis subject to a criminal background check. All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of the criminal background check. 

For assistance with the application process, contact Student Employment at StudentEmployment@ithaca.edu.

For more information about student employment or specific job inquiries, visit our website or contact the hiring manager listed on the job posting.

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