Hybrid Student Worker, Environmental Sciences Lab Assistant bei Chaminade University of Honolulu

CHAMINADE UNIVERSITY OF HONOLULU

1. Position Information

Title:  Environmental Sciences Laboratory Assistant  

Division:  School of Natural Sciences and Mathematics 

Department:   Environmental Sciences/Studies

Non-Exempt, Part time

2. Position Summary

The responsibilities of this position comprise of assisting the Professor for ENV 310 laboratory on Wednesdays from 2:30pm to 5:20pm for Fall 2025.

3. Learning Outcomes

• Field work skills to conduct natural resource managament in Hawai‘i and elsewhere.
• Science communication skills used to explain natural resource managament in Hawai‘i and elsewhere.
• Organization and time management to ensure students complete field and lab tasks. 

4. Reports to:

Direct Report to:  Professor Kahoali‘i Keahi-Wood

Indirect Report to:  Dr. Chrystie Naeole

5. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Driving the CUH van to carpool students 
• Preparing field supplies for field visits; some field activities require preparing gear the day before.
• Cleaning and organizing field supplies after field visits or later in the day if you have class right after.

6. Disclaimer

This list of responsibilities is not exhaustive.   Details relating to both essential and non-essential functions of the job are not precise and are only an approximation, which can vary on a day-to-day basis and are subject to change on an as-needed basis and/or in the sole discretion of supervisory management.

7. Education and Experience

Minimum: 

• Current sophomore, junior or senior majoring in Environmental Sciences
• Minimum grade of B for ENV 310 lecture and lab recommended  

Preferred: 

8. Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities 

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Organized with meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize work and resources.
• Ability to meet deadlines and arrive to class meetings on time.
• Attention to detail with a focus on thoroughness and quality.
• High integrity and ethical standards.

9. Physical Requirements

Duties involve light work in an office and community setting and requires a minimum of physical effort with intermittent sitting, standing, climbing stairs, and walking inclines. Must be able to lift 20 pounds, walk the campus with ease, and have excellent motor skills. Must have finger dexterity. Must be able to communicate information and ideas so that others will understand.

10. Other Requirements: 

• Must have a valid Driver’s License 
• Must be van certified (visit link to get started: https://chaminade.presence.io/form/van-operation-certification)
• This is a Part-time Non-Exempt Student Worker position. Depending on the project cycles and workflow demands of the department, additional hours or workday schedule changes may be occasionally required.   Must be willing and able to work occasional nights and weekends and a varying schedule.
• Observes all safety and health regulations and works in accordance with safe work procedures and policies of the University. Reports unsafe acts/conditions and injuries in a timely and proper manner. 

11. Marianist Identity/Native Hawaiian & Pacific Island Serving: 

An expressed willingness to respect and support the Catholic and Marianist identity of Chaminade University of Honolulu and to perform all duties in a manner consistent with Marianist educational values and mission of the University.  Understanding of and respect for the University’s designation as an institution that serves students of Native Hawaiian and Pacific Island ancestry.