Stockroom Assistant

The Stockroom Assistant will be responsible for completing various duties in the Science Stores centered around customer service, laboratory preparation, and cleanup. This position assists the Science Lab Preparator for the Science Stores and occasionally the Scientific Instrument Technician. Students who apply for this role should expect to work 10 hours a week, and must demonstrate proficient chemistry and biology skills that relate to the nature of stoichiometry, dilutions, oxidation/reduction reactions, animal specimen care, and inventory management.

Supervisors Name & Title	Cuylar Whalon- Science Lab Preparator
Student Job Title	Stockroom Assistant
Department	Science Stores
Position Funding	Department Funding
Number of Student Positions	1
Job Category	Student Employee
Job Level & Compensation/Wage	$14.20/hour, Level 2
Job Location	On Campus-Face to Face
Job Duration	Academic Year, approx. 34 weeks
Type of work schedule	Part-Time Flexible
Estimated numbers of hours per week	10 Hours
Promotional-focused position summary:	The Stockroom Assistant will be responsible for completing various duties in the Science Stores centered around customer service, laboratory preparation, and cleanup. This position assists the Science Lab Preparator for the Science Stores and occasionally the Scientific Instrument Technician. Students who apply for this role should expect to work 10 hours a week, and must demonstrate proficient chemistry and biology skills that relate to the nature of stoichiometry, dilutions, oxidation/reduction reactions, animal specimen care, and inventory management.
Experiential Leaning:	Students will learn hands-on about the logistical operations of a college science laboratory, including inventory management and the importance of accuracy and efficiency in scientific settings.
Professional Development:	The Stockroom Assistant will receive training on inventory systems and database management, directly applicable to scientific and logistical careers.
Summary of Job Duties/Responsibilities/Essential Functions:	– Data entry and inventory management. – Assist in organizing and categorizing lab supplies. – Support laboratory operations by ensuring equipment and materials are accounted for and ready for use. – Customer service. – Data entry – Maintain the Science Stores space, equipment, and inventory. – Document student rentals from the Science Stores including scientific glassware, scientific equipment, and lab drawers. – Initiate and perform good lab practices in science labs. – Perform other related duties as assigned and/or required.
Minimum Qualifications:	Current student in good academic standing, enrolled in 6 or more credits, with a GPA of 2.5 or higher.
Preferred Qualifications:	– In good academic standing. – 2.5 GPA strongly preferred. – Completion of the Chemistry 204, 205, 206 courses and labs with a C or better. – Completion of the Biology 211, 212, 213 courses and labs with a C or better (preferred). – Positive endorsement from EOU chemistry faculty prior to application. – Must be currently enrolled in 6 or more credits to be applicable for this position.
Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:	– Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.
Required Application Material:	Resume and Professional Cover Letter
Send Application Materials To:	Cuylar Whalon, cwhalon@eou.edu
Job Opening Date:	6/4/2024
Job Closing Date:	Open until filled
First Day of Application Review:	Applications will be reviewed as they are received.
Estimated Start Date:	9/23/2024
Special Message	Eastern Oregon University is an EEO Employer and welcome applications from women, members of historically underrepresented minority groups, US Veterans, and persons with disabilities. EOU is committed to providing equal opportunity in its recruitment, admissions, educational programs, activities and employment without illegal discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, national origin, race, marital status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or any status as protected by state or federal law.
Position Description	https://www.eou.edu/career/files/2024/06/Stockroom-Assistant.pdf