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Stephen F. Austin State University Student Assistant (Work Study) Chemistry in Nacogdoches, Texas
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Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Please upload your Fall 2023 class schedule under Other documents.
Check with the Financial Aid Office to determine if you qualify for and/or have been awarded Federal Work-Study funding.
Office of Student Financial Assistance
Telephone: 936-468-2403
Email: finaid@sfasu.edu
Web: sfasu.edu/faid
Austin Building, room 104
Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8 am to 5 pm
Posting Details
Position Information
Job Title Student Assistant (Work Study) Chemistry
General Description
This is a work-study student position responsible for assisting in the operations and activities of a department or a departmental project, program, or function. This position is split between the Chemistry building stockroom and Math building admin assistant office.
Job Duties
- Provides assistance and support to faculty and teaching assistants in the chemistry stockroom including:
Properly setting up general lab supplies and equipment for each lab section.
Cleaning the labs after instruction and returning supplies and equipment to proper storage.
Maintaining a clean stockroom at all times.
Assisting in maintaining safety in the laboratory and enforcing departmental safety rules.
- Provides office assistance to the department by assisting staff in routine clerical duties and responsibilities including:
Provides assistance in answering phone calls, routing incoming calls, taking messages, greeting visitors, and directing visitors to appropriate staff member.
Assists in file and records maintenance.
Assists in the preparation and implementation of departmental project/program activities.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Understand measurement and basic math calculations.
Be punctual and dependable.
Knowledge of general office and clerical procedures and concepts.
Ability to accurately prepare and maintain records and files.
Ability to communicate professionally and courteously with university faculty and staff, students, and the general public.
Ability to understand and follow instructions.
Required Qualifications
The minimum education required for admittance as a student at Stephen F. Austin State University.
No direct experience is required. Training and instruction will be provided.
A student must be awarded and accept a “Work-Study Permit” for each semester the student will be working.
Preferred Qualifications
Understand measurements and basic math calculations.
Be willing to learn and follow departmental and university safety rules and procedures.
Physical Demands
Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in a lab setting: to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist, carry, push, and/or pull up to 25 pounds; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; and to verbally communicate and exchange information.
Special Conditions for Eligibility
A student must be enrolled in six or more semester hours to be eligible for student employment during the fall or spring semesters. To be eligible for student employment during the summer, a student must be enrolled in three or more semester hours or be registered for courses in the upcoming fall semester.
Student assistants may not hold any other type of position such as a graduate assistantship or temporary casual employment at the same time that they are employed as a student assistant.
Position End Date (if temporary) 12/15/2023
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number SA2023-133
Number of Vacancies 2
Posting Open Date 08/03/2023
Review Start Date 08/09/2023
Posting Close Date
Work Schedule Flexible - up to 20 hours per week
Min Pay Rate $8.00/hr
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please upload your Fall 2023 class schedule under Other documents.
Check with the Financial Aid Office to determine if you qualify for and/or have been awarded Federal Work-Study funding.
Office of Student Financial Assistance
Telephone: 936-468-2403
Email: finaid@sfasu.edu
Web: sfasu.edu/faid
Austin Building, room 104
Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8 am to 5 pm
EEO Statement
Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion or physical or mental disability as required by law. If, because of an impairment or disability, you need accommodation during any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 936-468-2304.
Posting Quick Link https://careers.sfasu.edu/postings/10309
Department Information
Department Chemistry & Biochemistry
Contact Name Tania Benavides
Contact Phone 9364682143
Contact Email Tania.Benavides@sfasu.edu
Contact Information Applicants will be contacted by the hiring department if selected for an interview. If you have technical questions about this job posting, please contact HR at (936) 468-2304.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- Are you eligible for Work Study?
Yes
No
Based on your university class schedule and other commitments, what is your availability for the semester in which you are applying?
Letter of Recommendation
Other Document 1
Optional Documents
Resume