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Part Time Helper / Lab Assistant - Seasonal
Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute
Woods Hole, Falmouth, MA, USA
Posted on Mar 6, 2025
Job Summary
With direct supervision, performs routine laboratory and clerical assignments. The internal working title for this position could be either Part-time Helper or Laboratory Assistant I or Laboratory Assistant II. The final level of the position will be determined to commensurate with the selected candidate's level of education and experience.Job Description
Essential functions and responsibilities:
Part-Time Helper
- Packing and unpacking containers
- Organizing paper or electronic files
- Organizing mechanical/electrical supplies or office supplies
- General clean-up
- Data Entry
Lab Assistant I/II
- Light mechanical assembly required
- Organizing lab work areas
- May be using CAD
Non-Essential Functions:
- As deemed necessary by supervisor
Additional Job Requirements
Education & Experience
- Part-time Helper: Working towards a High School Diploma. High School lab experience/STEM courses are helpful.
- Lab Assistant I: High School Diploma or equivalent. CAD familiarity is desired.
- Lab Assistant II: High School Diploma with some lab experience. CAD familiarity is desired.
All position levels require basic computer skills and a willingness to take on a variety of tasks.
Physical Requirements
Physical duties for this position include but are not limited to, ability to lift less than 25 lbs. independently, 2 times per day; carry 10-25 lbs., 2 times per day. Visual abilities to include near, far, peripheral, depth perception, and an ability to distinguish basic colors. Hearing requirements include the ability to hear and respond to instructions, communicate effectively in loud areas (pier/dock, warehouse). Other physical tasks include occasional prolonged standing/walking; use of hands for basic/fine grasping and manipulation, repetitive motion, reaching above and below the shoulders, pushing, pulling, keeling, bending, twisting, and stooping. Other occupational requirements include talking, traveling, working around others, and with others. Will be exposed to dust or other irritants and electrical/mechanical/power equipment hazards. Physical duties are subject to change.
WHOI accepts applications on a rolling basis - applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to ensure full consideration. While we will continue to review applications until the position is filled, and early applicants may have an advantage in the selection process.
Affirmative Action/EEO Statement
Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.