2026-2027 FWS Student Worker, Lab Assistant

Job Description Summary

Work in laboratory to assist laboratory manager with safety issues, inventory and laboratory upkeep. Preparation of teaching labs. Provide in-lab assistance to professor.

Job Description

Duties and Tasks

• To assist with the preparation for laboratories
• Work up to 15 hours per week in the laboratories.
• Work with ongoing safety issues in the laboratory: Material Safety Data Sheets files, updating inventory of chemicals and other biological.
• Maintain the organization of biological specimens and the slide collection.
• Clean glassware, equipment used in various laboratories.
• Prepare reagents, solutions, etc., for use in laboratories.
• Set up equipment, materials for laboratories before the laboratory and take down the equipment, materials, etc., after the laboratory.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge

• Sophomore Standing
• Completion of BIO125 and BIO126
• Knowledge of plant and animal phyla.

Skills

• Computer skills, excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Experience with various laboratory equipment.

Abilities

• Ability to lift at least 20 lbs.

Why Work at Saint Leo?

What it’s Like to Work Here: Ask our employees and the one word they’d use to describe working at Saint Leo University is “Community.” Our team members all share the Saint Leo core values, positive attitudes, and problem-solving abilities, enabling them to provide excellent student centered service. Our mission is educating and preparing students for life and leadership in a challenging world. Thank you for your interest in joining the Saint Leo PRIDE!

We are committed to providing our employees with the support they need. At Saint Leo, we offer an array of medical, dental, and vision packages as well as several add-on perks to make your benefits package truly customizable to you and your family needs. Available benefits based on employment status (Full Time vs Part Time).

• FREE Tuition - Employee, Spouse, and Dependents*
• Tuition Exchange Opportunity - Dependent of Employees*
• Generous Paid Leave - Sick, Vacation, and Holidays
• Comprehensive Group Health Plan (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• Group Medical Plan includes Teledoc, Surgery Plus, Wellness Incentive Program and more!
• 100% Employer-Funded Health Reimbursement Account
• 100% Employer-Paid Short Term Disability Insurance
• 100% Employer-Funded Employee Assistance Program (healthcare and dependent options)
• Employer-provided life insurance
• Discounted On-Campus Dining Meal Plans
• Nationwide Pet Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Wellness Center

• *Eligibility based on meeting required service period
• 2025 ICUBA Benefits Guide_St Leo