About this role
Science Lab Assistant
This listing closes on 10/14/2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada).
Employer Atlantic Cape Community College
Salary
$18.00 Hourly
Location
Mays Landing/Cape May & Atlantic City Campuses, NJ
Job Type Part-Time
Job Number 202200489
Division Academic Affairs
Department Science
Opening Date 09/30/2026
Closing Date 10/14/2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Description
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Reports to the the Director of Science Labs.
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This position requires 26 hours per week.
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Examples of Duties
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Maintains lab inventory
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Meets with supervisor and co-workers to discuss daily procedures, issues and ideas
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Reports problems to the assistant director
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Meets with faculty to identify their laboratory needs
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Keeps labs, prep areas, stock rooms and greenhouse areas organized and in good condition for efficient and safe use
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Maintains and cleans laboratory glassware, equipment, cabinets, shelves, animal cages, etc.
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Preps laboratory carts; ensures labs are clean and supplies are in lab in advance of start time; make preparations for visiting groups
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Monitors security of lab equipment
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Related duties as assigned.
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Typical Qualifications
Education
- Associate's
Experience
- Science lab experience
Competencies and Skills:
- Demonstrated knowledge of science lab equipment, materials, and safety practices
- Good organizational skills
- Computer literacy
- Able to handle dissection specimens
Physical Requirements:
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Ability to walk/stand for up to 7 hours
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Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
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Ability to climb two flights of stairs and ladder/step stool
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Supplemental Information
Terms of Employment:
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This position may require flexible scheduling to include evenings and weekends and duties at any Atlantic Cape location.
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Paid sick leave in accordance with NJ Sick Leave Law
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Defined Contribution Retirement Program (DCRP)
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Eligible part-time employees will be enrolled into the DCRP (Defined Contribution Retirement Plan) pension. Employees contribute 5% of their base salary and the college contributes 3% of base salary. Investment options are managed through Prudential Retirement. Life insurance benefits through DCRP are payable to the beneficiary at 1.5X the member's salary.
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Employer
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Atlantic Cape Community College
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Address
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5100 Black Horse Pike
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Mays Landing, New Jersey, 08330