Student Assistant - Federal Study

Student Assistant – NON CLER & ADMIN

Classification

Minimum Requirements:

Good work ethic, strong attention to detail and ability to adhere to instructions/SOPs. High school diploma. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (specifically Word, Excel and PowerPoint) required. Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions with a good work ethic.

Job Description:

Your main duties will involve hands-on laboratory work in assisting other lab members perform the following vital laboratory procedures:
Genotyping by polymerase chain reaction, protein detection assays (western blots and immunofluorescence), histology, microscopy. You will also be essential to our lab's organization and operations, including: assisting maintaining clean and organized lab areas, assisting managing ordering and supply inventories, assisting maintain mouse colony, updating spreadsheets and other lab documents.

Expected Salary: $15-$16 per hour based on experience and skills.

Required Qualifications:

Preferred:
Interest in scientific career advancement or currently pursuing a science degree (not required). Prior lab experience. Basic knowledge of genetics and cell biology. Ability to work well in a team-based environment. Ability to multi-task and self-organize.

Special Instructions to Applicants:
This position is open to all University of Florida degree-seeking students registered at least half-time who are eligible to work on campus and maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA. A current Federal Work Study award is required. To be considered for this position, please upload the following documents:
Cover letter of interest directly addressing the requirements, resume, Federal Work Study Award for the  academic year, attach a copy/screenshot of Financial Aid Award Page ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).), professional references. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment

Required:

Yes