Position Overview: This role supports the Director of Scientific Research in guiding students through independent research projects, with a primary focus on students working in the BSL-2 laboratory.
Department: Upper School Science
Position Type: Temporary (September 2026 – April 2027)
Position Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):
Training students to safely work in the BSL-2 lab
Directly supervising student research
Cleaning and maintaining the BSL-2 lab
Autoclave operation
Providing supply lists to the Director for ordering
Maintaining records of lab use and student training
Working with students to schedule time-sensitive BSL-2 lab work
Supporting students in troubleshooting research challenges
Assisting with science fair paperwork & preparation
Providing students with constructive feedback
Assist in planning and preparing the School Science Fair
Chaperone Regional (Typically Feb) and State Science Fair (Typically March, includes overnight stay in Lakeland)
Working Hours: Part-time
Work Schedule: Varies; weekday and weekend availability required, including some school holidays (11:30 AM – 5:30 PM)
Anticipated Start Date: September/October 2026 (for onboarding and training)
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field, either completed or in pursuit
Experience in microbiology research
Experience working with or supervising adolescents
Employee must pass a background check, fingerprinting, info.flclearinghouse.com, and complete the Safeguarding God’s Children class.
Required Training (upon hire):
Safeguarding God’s Children
BSL-2 level training
Episcopal is committed to a school culture that is safe and positive for all members of our community. We work intentionally to create a community of people who respect and support each other. We recognize the value of diversity, and we actively seek to welcome and include under-represented groups. Episcopal strongly supports professional development and training opportunities for faculty and staff, ensuring that best practices and innovative, learner-centered teaching methods are continually incorporated into our pedagogy. The academic environment is achievement-oriented with a standard of excellence. The school’s faculty display outstanding academic backgrounds, exceptional character, and dedication to our students across three academic campuses, spanning from an Early Learning Program (age one) through Grade 12. Episcopal does not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, religion, race, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability in its hiring and employment practices. The above information is not a completely comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications required of employees assigned to this position.
Interested candidates are requested to submit a cover letter and current resume, alongside a completed application through the Careers at Episcopal page on our school website. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the position has been filled and the search closed.
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