HSU Workstudy Chemistry, Abilene

HSU Workstudy Chemistry

Department: Holland School of Sciences&Mathematics Supervisor Title: Associate Dean of HSSM; Professor of Biology LSA Status: Non-Exempt Location: Abilene Target Hire Date: As Soon As Possible Contact Information: Dr. Craig Younce at As a Chemistry department student worker you will have the unique opportunity to interact with faculty one on one, help other students develop the same passion you have for science, and continue to refresh your science principles. In addition, you will gain important skills such as working behind the scenes or in a lab and learning time management as you balance work and school. All these tools will make you a valuable asset to future employers. We are here to assist you with questions and to help you succeed in the important roles you will serve in our department.Organic Chemistry/General chemistry Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Chemistry Laboratory Teaching Assistant: Dispose of and clean up lab materials correctly Able to work with chemicals Maintain and operate lab equipment Attend and assist students during lab Keep lab clean and organized Set up and tear down organic chemistry labs weekly Chemistry Prep Assistant:Dispose of and clean up lab materials correctly Able to work with chemicals Maintain and operate lab equipment Keep lab clean and organized Inventory all items for replacement (gloves, soap, paper towels chemicals used in labs) Must obtain and set up all items for labs from professors before lab meeting time. This may require mixing solutions prior to lab.Set up lab practical materials if applicable Chemistry Grader: Grades tests, quizzes, lab notebooks, and any other assignments the professor assigns (rubric will be provided) Grader must grade with non-biased and confidential integrity (FERPA) Education/Experience:

Must have completed general chemistry with a grade B or better Physical Requirements:

Able to work with chemicals Able to stand for long periods of time Must be able to lift 10 pounds Non-Discrimination Statement:

HSU complies with all applicable anti-discrimination laws including those prohibiting discrimination on the basis of age, sex, pregnancy, race, color, national origin, disability, genetic information and military service. HSU is a private university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas and may lawfully consider an applicant's religion as a selection criterion. HSU is committed to hiring faculty and staff who share an active Christian faith and fully support HSU's mission.In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HSU provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment, except when the accommodation would impose an undue hardship. Requests for reasonable accommodation should be directed to Human Resources.Background Screen:

HSU does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, genetic information, national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal law. HSU is committed to maintaining a safe and secure campus environment and protecting the university's financial and physical assets. Therefore, Hardin-Simmons University conducts background checks. Depending on the position, applicants may also be required to consent to a credit check as part of the background check process. As a non-profit institution of higher education committed to Christian faith and values, the University exercises its rights under state and federal law to use religion as a factor in making employment decisions.