(FT) Science Laboratory Assistant
Salary
$35,884.00 Annually
Location
Mays Landing/Cape May & Atlantic City Campuses, NJ
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
202200465
Division
Academic Affairs
Department
Science
Opening Date
08/04/2026
Closing Date
8/18/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
Reports to the Director of Science Labs. Full-time, Science Laboratory Assistant.
Examples of Duties
- Adheres to all safety procedures and enforces safety regulations within the laboratories
- Prepares chemicals, media and supplies for laboratory classes
- Maintains inventory for equipment, glassware, chemicals, live and preserved materials
- Submits orders in a timely manner
- Purchases materials and living specimens from local stores
- Maintains and cleans laboratory glassware, equipment, cabinets, shelves, animal cages, pre? carts and laboratory rooms
- Maintains and provides care for living specimens/animals
- Keeps greenhouse in good condition for efficient and safe use
- Serves as a role model for student workers
- Reports problems/issues to the Director
- Interacts with supervisor, faculty and coworkers to ensure efficient function of the laboratories
- Monitors security of the laboratories and lab equipment
- Performs related duties as assigned
Typical Qualifications
Education:
- Associates degree in Science
Experience:
- Science Lab experience preferred
Competencies & Skills:
- Demonstrated knowledge of science equipment, materials and safety practices
- Computer literacy to include Microsoft Office products
- Reliable transportation
- Valid drivers license preferred
- Ability to walk/stand for up to 7 hours
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Ability to climb two flights of stairs and ladder/step stool
Supplemental Information
- This position may require flexible scheduling to include evenings and weekends and duties at any Atlantic Cape
location*
- This position requires the handling of hazardous material
Atlantic Cape offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees including:
- Pension/Defined Contribution Plans
- Medical and Prescription
- Dental
- Vision
- Flexible spending accounts
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
Employer Atlantic Cape Community College
Address 5100 Black Horse Pike
Mays Landing, New Jersey, 08330
Phone 6093435611
6093435611
Website http://www.atlanticcape.edu/