Undergraduate Research Assistant - Laredo, United States - Texas A&M International University

    Texas A&M International University
    Texas A&M International University Laredo, United States

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    Description
    Job Title
    Undergraduate Research Assistant (NSF Grant)

    Agency
    Texas A&M International University

    Department
    Dept, Biology & Chemistry

    Proposed Minimum Salary
    $12.50 hourly

    Job Location
    Laredo, Texas

    Job Type
    Student Worker

    Job Description

    Job Summary

    The Grant Undergraduate Research Assistant will work under the supervision of the Principal Investigator and be responsible for assisting research projects related to microbiology (infectious diseases).

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities
    • Work in a basic science research laboratory under BSL1 and BSL2 safety guidelines under the supervision of the Principal Investigator
    • Required to meet the deadlines for science publications.
    • Operates lab equipment and performs experimental procedures.
    • Collects and summarizes research data.
    • Carry out general laboratory maintenance.
    • Ability to work long hours as necessitated by the experiments.
    Minimum Requirements
    • Enrolled at least half-time, 6 credit hours per semester.
    • Maintain a TAMIU overall GPA of 2.0.
    • Must meet all other requirements as stated in TAMIU's Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy (SAPP).
    Preferred Experience and Education
    • Education- enrolled in a Bachelor of Science program with a major in Biology or Chemistry with a minimum GPA of 2.8.
    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
    • Proficiency in use of personal computer workstation with common software applications.
    • Ability to organize and multitask functions to ensure compliance with deadlines.
    • Outstanding customer service skills.
    • Excellent interpersonal relationship and communication skills.
    • Problem analysis and problem-solving skills.
    • Ability to learn and use multiple software programs.
    Physical Requirements

    The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    Other Requirements
    • Position requires on campus, face-to-face interactions.
    • Position requires maintaining a regular schedule of attendance on campus and in the workplace.
    • Work schedules are created by the department based on departmental needs but ensure it does not conflict with class schedule.
    • Promptly complete all required training.
    • Submit time sheet biweekly.
    • Some evening and weekend work may be required.
    • Subject to funding and/or need.
    Salary: $12.50/hour for up to 15 hours

    All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

    Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.