Institutional Student Worker - Chemistry

Elgin Community College

United States, Illinois, Elgin

1700 Spartan Dr (Show on map)

Oct 02, 2025

About ECC:

Elgin Community College serves over 9,000 students at every stage of their educational journeys, including university transfer programs, career and technical education, continuing education classes, and adult basic education. As a community, we pride ourselves on nurturing a welcoming campus where every person-students, staff members, faculty members, and campus visitors-feels valued. The work of each ECC employee is central to the college's mission, and as an employer, the college fosters a positive environment through professional challenges, excellent benefits, and opportunities for recognition and camaraderie.

Work Schedule:

Flexible

Rate of Pay:

$15.00

FLSA Status:

Non-Exmpt

Grant Funded:

Yes

Job Summary:

To assist chemistry department in supporting Summer labs and preparing labs for Fall/Spring

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

1. Competent in basic chemistry knowledge
2. Ability to use spreadsheets (data entry)
3. Ability to lift up to 30 lbs

Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Essential Duties:

1. Setting up labs
2. Preparing solutions
3. Washing glassware
4. Keeping track of inventory

Other Duties:

Other duties as assigned that pertain to the job description.

Physical Demands:

Medium (up to 50 lbs. occasionally or 30 lbs frequently or 10 lbs constantly)

Visual Acuity:

Visual Acuity (arm's length)

Work Environment:

Moderate noise

Hazards

Fumes or airborne particles

Environmental Conditions:

Typical office or administrative

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Elgin Community College does not discriminate, or tolerate discrimination, against any member of its community on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex/gender/gender identity, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law in matters of admissions, employment, or in any aspect of the educational programs or activities it offers.

In addition, Elgin Community College provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equal access and equal opportunities with regard to employment practices, educational opportunities, and programs and services. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the College's EEO/AA Officer. Determinations on request for a reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.