via Internshala·3d ago
Scientific Assistant
Internshala
Full-timeOn-site
Location:BangaloreType:Full-timePosted:3d ago
About the job
In RISM, we expect the Scientific Assistant to support hands-on learning by preparing experiment setups, maintaining robotics and science equipment, managing inventory, and ensuring strict safety protocols.As a scientific Assistant, you will encourage students curiosity in the Lab and assist them in honing their skills for investigation. Key Roles and Responsibilities:
- Set up apparatus, kits, and materials (Physics, Chemistry, Electrical Sciences and CS&AI) ahead of scheduled practical classes.
- Assist the academic staff, during demonstrations and guide students in troubleshooting experiments or STEM projects.
- Clean, sterilize, and calibrate equipment, reporting any hardware/software failures or repair needs immediately.
- Enforce stringent lab safety rules, manage hazardous material disposal, and ensure first aid/fire safety kits are stocked.
- Document safety protocol for the specific Lab and train the Academic staff and students periodically on the protocol (2 times a year)
- Track consumable usage, manage issue/return logs, and maintain stock registers for ordering new supplies
- Assist the Teaching staff to ensure that the assessment and grading process for the studentsis managed effectively
- Maintain stock registers, inventory records, and issue/return logs of lab materials.
- Coordinate with vendors for procurement of lab equipment, chemicals, and consumables.
- Maintain proper labelling and storage of chemicals and specimens. Assist in annual stock verification and lab audits.
- Prepare MIS reports related to lab usage and inventory.
- Maintain confidentiality and discipline within the laboratory.
- Display responsibility, and alertness during lab activities.
- Support other laboratory or academic requirements as assigned by RISM
- Receive and process samples to identify suitability
- Prepare and maintain accurate laboratory records
Minimum requirements:
- Bachelors degree with some experience of having worked in a Lab will be a distinct advantage.
- Ability to organize and prioritize work for timely completion
- Effective communication skills, both verbally and in writing
- Able to easily understand complex instructions and communicate instructions effectively to the students.
- Able and willing to maintain strict level of confidentiality regarding laboratory results and records
- Excellent computer skills
- Ability to develop Lab manuals
- Ability to maintain records
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