Job Title
Graduate Research Assistant (NSF- Bio&Chem)Agency
Texas A&M International UniversityDepartment
Dept, Biology & ChemistryProposed Minimum Salary
$18.50 hourlyJob Location
Laredo, TexasJob Type
Student WorkerJob Description
Job Summary
Are you a prospective graduate student looking to apply for MS Biology (thesis) at TAMIU?
The TAMIU Department of Biology & Chemistry is seeking a highly motivated research-oriented individual for NSF grant-funded Graduate Research Assistant (a part-time) position. We are seeking a skillful and passionate MS graduate in Biology major who is looking to learn and obtain more hands-on research experience in biomedical research.
We are using basic and advanced microbiological and molecular biology research tools to study morphological and physiological adaptations in the pathogenic yeast, Candida albicans, and other yeast model organisms.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Research and collect data through complex techniques and procedures.
Assist with data management and perform basic statistical analyses.
Develop assessment and evaluation tools.
Perform experiments and data analysis.
Other related duties as assigned.
Additional Duties and Responsibilities
Participation in regional-level scientific conferences and publication/s in peer-review journals upon successful completion of assigned project/s.
Minimum Requirements
Enrolled at least half-time, 3 credit hours per semester in TAMIU's MS program.
Maintain a TAMIU overall GPA of 3.0.
Must meet all other requirements as stated in TAMIU’s Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy (SAPP).
Preferred Experience and Education
Education- A GPA above 3.0 from the BS degree and
Experience - Undergraduate research assistant.
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.
Pay of Rate: $18.50/hour for up to 19 hours weekly
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/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Skills Required
- Enrolled at least half-time (3 credit hours per semester) in TAMIU's MS Biology (thesis) program.
- Maintain a TAMIU overall GPA of 3.0.
- Meet all requirements of TAMIU's Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy (SAPP).
- Position requires on-campus, face-to-face interactions and regular attendance.
- Work schedule set by department and must not conflict with class schedule; up to 19 hours weekly.
- Promptly complete all required training.
- Submit time sheet biweekly.
- Subject to funding and/or departmental need.
- Proficiency using a personal computer workstation with common software applications.
- Ability to organize, multitask, meet deadlines, and perform basic statistical analyses.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, problem analysis and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to learn and use multiple software programs.
- Preferred: BS degree with GPA above 3.0.
- Preferred: Undergraduate research assistant experience.
What We Do
Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) is a public university located in Laredo, Texas. It provides a wide range of undergraduate and graduate degree programs, focusing on academic excellence, research, and community engagement to serve the educational needs of the South Texas region.
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