Undergrad Research Assistant, Drosophila Biology Lab

Sam Houston State University; Huntsville (TX); On-site; USD 17,047 - 24,280; Part time

Job summary

Sam Houston State University is hiring a Student Employee for the Dept of Biological Sciences as a Research Assistant. The position involves maintaining Drosophila stocks, preparing media, and ensuring laboratory procedures are followed. Candidates should have CITI Biosafety certification and preferably experience in Drosophila husbandry, microscopy, and molecular biology.

This paid position requires 10-15 hours of work per week, offering $15 per hour. Interested candidates should contact Mardelle Atkins for more information.

Qualifications

• CITI Biosafety certification is required.
• Experience in Drosophila husbandry, microscopy, and molecular biology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain laboratory Drosophila stocks and make Drosophila media.
• Organize and maintain inventory, enforce proper laboratory procedures.
• Communicate issues regularly with Dr. Atkins.

Skills

Drosophila husbandry

Microscopy

Molecular biology experience

Job description

Sam Houston State University is hiring a Student Employee for the Dept of Biological Sciences as a Research Assistant. The position involves maintaining Drosophila stocks, preparing media, and ensuring laboratory procedures are followed. Candidates should have CITI Biosafety certification and preferably experience in Drosophila husbandry, microscopy, and molecular biology.

This paid position requires 10-15 hours of work per week, offering $15 per hour. Interested candidates should contact Mardelle Atkins for more information.