Research Assistant
Sam Houston State University

Job Info

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Requisition:

202300127ST

Title:

Research Assistant

Employee Class:

Student Employee

College Work Study Position:

No

Department:

Dept of Biological Sciences

Division:

Division of Academic Affairs

Hours per week:

10-15

Hiring Rate:

$15/hr

Nature & Purpose of Position:

The Atkins laboratory in the department of Biological Sciences is seeking a research assistant for immediate start. The Atkins laboratory performs basic research to address questions of developmental the research assistant will be expected to work 10-15 hours per week to maintain laboratory Drosophila stocks, make Drosophila media, organize and maintain inventory, ensure proper laboratory procedures are enforced and communicate any issues regularly with Dr. Atkins. May be required to perform crosses to rescue sick stocks or rebalance lines as a lab resource. May be requested to perform maintain reagents, make stock solutions, perform control experiments or test reagents as requested by supervisor.

Other Requirements for the Position:

CITI Biosafety certification is required. Drosophila husbandry, microscopy, and molecular biology experience is preferred.

Open Date:

09/18/2023

Position Number:

9N9242

Contact Name & Title:

Mardelle Atkins - Assistant Professor

Contact Phone:

936-294-3783

Contact Email:

mra043@shsu.edu

EEO Statement:

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215.

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