Meldrum Science Center Student Positions

Join Our Team and Make an Impact in Science!

Are you curious, dependable, and passionate about science, sustainability, or education? The Meldrum Science Center is now hiring for a wide range of exciting student positions for the Fall semester—from supporting research labs to leading science outreach events.

Positions:

Science Saturday Camp

•    Camp Counselor (Level III) – $13.50/hour – Not currently hiring

Science Office & Support

•    Student Office Assistant (Level I) – $11.50/hour – Not Currently Hiring

Growingspaces Program

•    Growingspaces Assistant – Intermediate (Level II) – $12.50/hour – Not Currently Hiring

•    Growingspaces Assistant – Advanced (Level III) – $13.50/hour – Not Currently Hiring

Teaching Assistants

•    Science Division Teaching Assistant – Intermediate (Level II) – $12.50/hour –  Currently Accepting Applications

- Requires completion of the 100 and/or 200 level course(s) for which they are assigned.

•    Science Division Teaching Assistant – Advanced (Level III) – $13.50/hour – No longer accepting applications

-Responsible for having exceptional knowledge of the theory, application and practice of concepts taught within the 100, 200 and 300 level course(s) for which they are assigned.

Research Assistants

•    Science Division Research Assistant – Intermediate (Level II) – $12.50/hour – Not Currently Hiring

•    Science Division Research Assistant – Advanced (Level III) – $13.50/hour – Not Currently Hiring

Technicians

•    Technician – Intermediate (Level II) – $12.50/hour – Not currently hiring

•    Technician – Advanced (Level III) – $13.50/hour – Not Currently Hiring

Science Outreach

•    Outreach Assistant – Introductory (Level I) – $11.50/hour – Not Currently Hiring

•    Outreach Assistant – Intermediate (Level II) – $12.50/hour – Not Currently Hiring

About the Meldrum Science Center

The Meldrum Science Center is a vibrant hub of scientific learning, research, and outreach at Westminster University. Our student employees are essential to daily operations, helping facilitate everything from lab research and teaching support to environmental stewardship and public engagement.

General Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled student in good academic standing

• Strong communication and time management skills

• Dependable, self-directed, and team-oriented

• Specific positions may require prior coursework, lab experience, or an interest in sustainability or STEM outreach

Job Details:

• Schedule: 6–10 hours/week (varies by role; some event-based roles are one-day commitments)

• Compensation: Based on Student Employee Levels I–III

• Eligibility: Open to both work-study and non-work-study students

• Training: Provided for all roles

Why Work in the Meldrum Science Center?

• Work closely with faculty mentors and professionals

• Build valuable skills in scientific communication, lab work, sustainability, leadership, and more

• Explore your interests in STEM, education, and community service

• Gain experience that looks great on graduate school and job applications

How to Apply:

Submit the following via the Student Job Board:

• Resume

• Weekly availability or class schedule