Laboratory Assistant - Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology

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Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With growing enrollment and global reach, we continue to expand our institutional influence and prominence beyond the state of Georgia. We offer more than 190 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to empower our 47,000 students to become thought leaders, lifelong learners, and informed global citizens. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high‑impact research, and Division I athletics draw students from throughout the region and from more than 100 countries across the globe.

Our university’s vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia and are searching for talented people to join our vision. Come Take Flight at KSU!

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Kennesaw, Georgia

Primary Location for

Job Responsibilities:

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Performs research activities and other tasks as necessary in a laboratory environment. Records observations, measurements, and reports results. Provides technical support for research activities. May provide oversight to undergraduate students engaged in research.

This position is considered limited‑term staff since it utilizes contingent funding which is currently only secured through July 2026. Employment thereafter will be conditional based on continued availability of funding.

• Engages in research activities such as design and perform experiments, and record and analyze data.
• Assists in the preparation of reports, presentations, and manuscripts.
• May oversee undergraduate research projects.
• Assists with laboratory maintenance, cleaning and disinfecting equipment, and ordering and stocking of equipment.

• Educational Requirements:
  
  Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education in the area of study.
• Required Experience:
  
  Some experience conducting research.

• Preferred Educational
  
  Qualifications:
  
  An advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field.
• Preferred Experience:
  
  Experience in writing and preparing scientific manuscripts.

The budgeted salary range is $17.42 to $21.78 per hour. Offers are based on relevant experience. Comprehensive benefits to include Medical, Dental, Vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and more.

Able to deal with multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines. Responsible and professional. Knowledge of scientific principles, laboratory safety practices, laboratory terminology, equipment, materials, and procedures and laboratory methods relating to field of study. Excellent interpersonal skills, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management, and presentation skills. Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (e.g., Microsoft Office, Graph Pad Prism, Adobe and/or Corel Graphics, other field related programs).

Strong attention to detail and follow up skills. Strong customer service skills and phone and e‑mail etiquette.

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.

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