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Location
Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA
Department Information
Biology
Job Summary
The Student Assistant will support the Department of Biology as a Research Assistant on the Statesboro Campus beginning Spring 2024.
The Research Assistant will support ongoing research efforts in the laboratory of Dr. Lisa D. Brown.
Student employees cannot work more than 1300 hours in a 12-consecutive month period.
Responsibilities
- Assists in immunological research on cat fleas that involves both organismal manipulations and microbial assays
- Leads an independent research project investigating the antibacterial responses of cat fleas
- Plans and coordinates the day-to-day activities of their study
- Assists with data management, statistical analyses, and manuscript preparation
Shift Specifics
- Up to 20 hours per week
- Flexible with schedule of availability
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements
- Must be enrolled in six or more undergraduate credit hours or three or more graduate credit hours at Georgia Southern University.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Education
- Pursuing an undergraduate degree in Biology
- Knowledge, skill, and ability to maintain a laboratory colony of cat fleas.
Preferred Experience
- Previous experience working with cat fleas in a research laboratory
- Proven proficiency in microbiology and molecular technique
Proposed Salary
$12.00 per hour
This is a non-exempt position paid on a biweekly basis.
Required Documents to Attach
- Resume
- Schedule of Availability
- Letter summarizing your qualifications, research interests, and career goals
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
ABILITIES
- Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
- Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
- Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
KNOWLEDGE
- Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success
SKILLS
- Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills
Apply Before Date
January 30, 2024
Application review may begin as early as January 29, 2024.
Contact Information
For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) 478-6947 or by email at [email protected] .
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Conditions of Employment
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.
Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.
Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.
Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.
Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.
Must be enrolled in six or more undergraduate or three or more graduate level credit hours at Georgia Southern University.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Georgia Southern University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: (912) 478-6947.
Other Information
- Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.
- This is not a supervisory position.
- This position is not required to drive.
Background Check
- Standard