Microbiology Student Technician

Position Details

WSU's Commitment to Equal Opportunity Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).

Position Information

Position Title Microbiology Student Technician

Requisition Number H00408P

Position Category Hourly/Work Study

Campus Location Weber State University - Ogden, UT

Hours per week 5-10

Months per year

Alternate work schedule

Pay Grade

Salary

Hourly Pay Rate $ 12

FLSA

Job Summary/Basic Function Individual will be responsible for assisting in preparation for student laboratories, cleaning, and assisting other students as needed.

Required Qualifications Microbiology 2054 or equivalent microbiology laboratory experience; attention to detail; familiarity with aseptic technique, media preparation, and laboratory safety procedures; excellent communications skills; ability to work well with others.

Preferred Qualifications Microbiology 3053; Microbiology 2600

Background Check? No

Posting Detail Information

Job Open Date 11/09/2026

Review Date 11/11/2026

Job Close Date 12/15/2026

Open Until Filled

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://jobs.weber.edu/postings/5631

Notes to Applicant To apply, complete the online application attach a resume, cover letter, the contact information for three references, and transcripts.

If you are hired, please keep in mind that you will need to complete the appropriate Payroll and HR documents prior to beginning work.

The screening of applicants will begin immediately.

Due to the Affordable Care Act (ACA), individuals who have worked in a salaried capacity for Weber State University are ineligible to be hired as an hourly or adjunct employee at Weber State for six months.

ADA Essential Job Function

ADA Essential Job Function

Physical Activity of this position Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction., Standing. Particularly for sustained periods of time. , Moving about to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another., Grasping. Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm. , Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance., Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.

Physical Requirements of this position Light work. Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls exerting forces greater than that for sedentary work.

Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision. Required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned (i.e., custodial, food services,) or to make general observations of facilities or structures (i.e., security guard, inspection).

The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position. None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).