Student Assistant - Greenhouse/Lab Assistant - Sac State Students Only

Conditions of Employment

This is a part-time, temporary, non-benefited, student position. Employment in all positions with University Enterprises, Inc. is dependent upon the mutual consent of University Enterprises, Inc. and the employee. This means that either University Enterprises, Inc. or the employee can, at any time, terminate the employment relationship at will, with or without cause.

UEI does not allow employees to hold more than one UEI Job at a time, or work in more than one college or center per pay period. UEI employees who are considering leaving their current UEI position for a different UEI position should inform their supervisor in writing and provide at least a week’s notice.

Depending on the type of position you are applying for, a pre-employment background check consisting of one or more of the following may be conducted: employment history, professional references, criminal check: educational verification (i.e., degree, license, or official transcript), DMV clearance. Applicants will be required to pass required pre-employment checks to the satisfaction of University Enterprises, Inc. (UEI) and the hiring Agency or Department.

Prerequisites

Must be a Sac State student enrolled in at least six-semester units (undergrad) or four-semester units (graduate) students.

Majors/Fields of Study

Biology, Genetics, Evolution or other majors closely related.

Work Schedule

Flexible workdays and work hours, Monday – Friday, between 8 AM – 5 PM. Final work schedule to be determined by supervisor. Not to exceed 10 hours per week.

Additional Work Schedule

Student Assistant and Graduate Assistant employees generally work up to 20 hours per workweek (Sunday – Saturday) during the academic year and up to 40 hours per workweek during breaks; (winter, spring & summer).

Compensation

17.50 per hour.

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of BIO 1, BIO 2, or equivalent introductory biology coursework.
• Coursework must provide a foundational understanding of biological concepts and principles.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous hands-on laboratory experience, including pipetting techniques.
• Basic understanding of biological concepts, genetics, and laboratory procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Water, fertilize, and maintain plants in the greenhouse.
• Conduct DNA isolation and quantification protocols in a wet laboratory setting.
• Assist with routine greenhouse maintenance and plant care.
• Perform basic wet lab activities and support laboratory operations.
• Assist with additional plant care and laboratory activities as needed.

Physical Requirements

Sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment including computer workstations, telephones, calculators, copiers, printers, and scanners with or without reasonable accommodation.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in an laboratory and greenhouse environment.

Application Instructions

Please complete all fields of the employment application. Include your educational history in the “Educational Experience” section and any employment history in the “Employment Experience” section of our application.

Apply by: 11/20/2026