Federal Work Study (FWS)

$15.00 – 18.00 /per hour DOE

This is a part-time, temporary position not eligible for benefits.

Schedules will bet set during hours of operation, 8 - 20 hours per week.

Hours of operation may vary between semesters and change with department need.
8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Monday
8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

Schedule is flexible based upon the availability of the student, their class schedule and the department need.

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Scottsdale Community College is hiring a Federal Work Study (FWS) - Lab Assistant (Multiple positions) for the Chemistry department.

Must be a Scottsdale Community College student registered for 6 or more credit hours and received financial aid eligibility.

This position will responsibilities include assisting staff with lab preparation, washing laboratory glassware, general cleaning, office, maintenance and other duties as assigned.
Interaction with students, staff, faculty and community members through a service window.

To best serve the students, department, and college, this position requires a physical presence on campus.

The position as a student lab assistant in the Chemistry Department a Scottsdale Community College offers a variety of experiences that are worth mentioning on a resume as genuine work experiences.

• Experience in chemical handling and reagent preparation and safety protocols.
• Experience with scientific equipment such as pH meters, data loggers and other equipment used in the analysis of chemical compounds.
• Experience in a laboratory setting (enhancing skills in the assembly, use and maintenance of laboratory equipment).
• Reinforcement and practice of concepts learned in your chemistry and other science courses.
• Effective communication and problem solving skills.
• General laboratory safety training.

To best serve the students, department, and college, this position requires a physical presence on campus.

In order to qualify for a Federal Work-Study (FWS) job, a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) must be on file for the current award year and have eligible financial needs based on the college requirements. Please contact the Office of Financial Aid for more information prior to applying to a Federal Work-Study job.

• FWS is a need-based, federally funded program.
• FWS requires the completion of a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), and confirmation of federal work-study eligibility as determined by the financial aid office.
• FWS does not directly pay for tuition, and funds are only available to eligible students attending a minimum of six (6) degree applicable hours in a federal student aid eligible program.
• The FWS award amount is based on your FAFSA results and college funding availability, which will determine the number of hours available to work while supporting the students academic goals.
• For more detailed information, please go to the MCCCD Federal Work-Study Website

Must be a Scottsdale Community College student registered for 6 or more credit hours and received financial aid eligibility.

• All majors are welcome to apply
  
  • Preference is given to Physical and Biological science majors and students with prior experience as a laboratory assistant
• Knowledge and experience with computer software such as Microsoft Office Products, internet browsers and email
• Knowledge of standard office practices, procedures and equipment
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions
• Effective at prioritizing tasks and ensuring all details are addressed in a timely manner
• Ability to interact with different populations of people and provide superior customer service to our staff, students, faculty and community members

Open until filled

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Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, states: "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance."

The policy of the MCCCD is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment free of gender discrimination. Incidents of misconduct should be reported to the college Title IX Coordinator, as outlined in policy, contact information is available at this link Title IX Coordinators.

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