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Barry University

Laboratory Manager

Miami Shores, FL

Set up the physics lab experiments. If Lab Assistants are available, then mentor and oversee their set-ups. Place orders: * Physics lab equipment * Departmental instruments * Teaching, research and ...

Northcentral Florida

Associate in Physics

Sarasota, FL · On-site

... lab demonstrations and set up; and training and supervision of student assistants. This also ... Supports faculty members in Physics in course instruction by giving demonstrations on use of lab ...

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As of Jul 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for trainee physics lab assistant in the United States is $18.73, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $21.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Trainee Physics Lab Assistant vs Physics Laboratory Technician?

AspectTrainee Physics Lab AssistantPhysics Laboratory Technician
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some technical trainingAssociate degree or diploma in physics or laboratory technology
Work EnvironmentEducational institutions, research labs, or training settingsResearch labs, universities, or industrial labs
Job ResponsibilitiesAssisting with experiments, setting up equipment, learning lab proceduresPreparing experiments, maintaining equipment, collecting data

The main difference between a Trainee Physics Lab Assistant and a Physics Laboratory Technician is experience level and responsibilities. Trainee roles focus on learning and assisting under supervision, while technicians perform more independent technical tasks. Both roles typically require similar educational backgrounds, but technicians usually have more formal training and experience.

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Physics Lab Assistant - ENSI (IWS)

Physics Lab Assistant - ENSI (IWS)

Morehead State University

Morehead, KY

Other

Posted 29 days ago

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7.3

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Position Type IWS Budget Office Job Title Physics Lab Assistant - ENSI (IWS) Posting Number STPO248 Grade/Level Level 3 - Advanced Student Assistant Hourly Rate for Job Posting n/a Anticipated Employment Start Date for Position 08/17/2026 Posting Category Student - Institutional
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Work with the faculty laboratory coordinator on a weekly basis to set up and tear down weekly laboratories for the PHYS 201/231 and PHYS 202/232 labs. Student worker is expected to adhere to a strict weekly schedule for lab set up. Other duties include equipment repair, unpacking and testing incoming equipment. Testing new laboratory writeups prior to implementation. General cleaning and organization of laboratories.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
.Work with the faculty laboratory coordinator on a weekly basis to set up and tear down weekly laboratories for the PHYS 201/231 and PHYS 202/232 labs. Student worker is expected to adhere to a strict weekly schedule for lab set up.
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Minimum Requirements
Students must have completed PHYS 232 with a B or better. Student must be a current physics major at Morehead State University.
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Minimal or intermittent supervision is provided.
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