INBRE Student Researcher

Thank you for your interest in employment with our institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. We ask that you keep in mind the following when completing your application:

• Once you start the application process, you cannot save your work. Please ensure you have all required attachment(s) available to complete your application before you begin the process.
• Required attachments are listed below on the posting. Your application will not be considered without the required attachments.

If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact:

Human Resources
human resources

2201 West College Parkway
Carson City, NV 89703

Job Description

The Liberal Arts and Sciences Department is accepting applications for students to conduct research projects as part of the INBRE grant. Applicants are required to attach a resume, unofficial transcripts, and a brief paragraph on a separate sheet describing their reasons for wanting to participate in the INBRE program.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Various duties as assigned as part of the INBRE undergraduate program

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• Be enrolled in at least 6 semester credits at WNC
• Have earned credit for at least one college transfer level Biology course (Can be from either WNC or other accredited institution)
• Be approved for participation by faculty mentor

Additional Information

Compensation
: $20 an hour

Schedule

Scheduled and available hours may vary and are subject to change based on organizational needs.

Full-Time Equivalency

50% - 20 Hours Per Week

• Students may not work during scheduled course times
• Students may not work more than 20 hours per week (Sun-Sat) during academic periods in which they are enrolled (Summer, Fall, Winter, and Spring semesters)
• Students may not work more than 28 hours per week (Sun-Sat) during break periods, in which they are not taking courses (summer break, winter break, and spring break)

Questions

Hiring Department - If you have questions about this role or would like to check on the status of an application, please contact the hiring supervisor/department:

• Cassandra Luster, Division Assistant IIII
• cassandra.luster OR

If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact:

human resources |
2201 West College Parkway Carson City, NV 89703

Exempt
No

Full-Time Equivalent
50.0%

Required Attachment(s)

• Resume
• Unofficial Transcripts
• Paragraph describing your reasons for wanting to participate in the research project

Posting Close Date

Note to Applicant

TITLE IX STATEMENT

WNC is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person's age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), sex (including pregnancy or related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protective hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion.

WNC does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. The college's commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment.

Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions and/or questions as to how to file a complaint of unlawful discrimination may be referred to WNC's Civil Rights Specialist & Title IX Coordinator:

Victor Navarro at Title

IX or

Western Nevada College

2201 West College Parkway

Bristlecone Building, Room 154

Carson City, NV 89703

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials.

This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member's first day of employment.

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver's license will be required at the time of hire and as a condition of continued employment.

All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements (if a closing date is provided).

Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.

Western Nevada College does not sponsor Visas. All applicants must be eligible to work…