Extra Help Assistant

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Closing Date:

Type of Position:

ClericalNo

Job Type:

Temporary (Fixed Term)No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.

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Department:

Biology

Summary of Job Duties:

UA Little Rock is seeking to hire an Extra Help/Lab Assistant who will perform experiments relating to microbiology and Genomics. The successful applicant will be responsible for routine laboratory work as well as microbiological techniques, including bacterial growth and genetics, DNA extraction, PCR, and agarose gel electrophoresis. Students are expected to have an adequate background in foundational Biology knowledge, hands-on laboratory skills, and basic spreadsheet knowledge. The position can be extended to future semesters. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.

Qualifications:

Required Education and/or Experience: 

• High School Diploma; 
• Minimum of three semesters of College Biology, including in-person laboratory coursework in Microbiology and General Chemistry.

Preferred Education and/or Experience: 

• Overall GPA 3.0 or higher; 
• In-person laboratory coursework in Genetics or Molecular Biology.

Job Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Perform experiments relating to microbiology and genetics;
• Maintain a laboratory notebook;
• Keep laboratory inventory;
• Assist in the development and presentation of research findings at academic conferences;  
• This is an in-person role.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Basic knowledge of the equipment used in a microbiology laboratory;
• Knowledge of aseptic technique;
• MS Office suite/Google suite;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; 
• Follow instructions well and assiduously; 
• Ability to use critical thinking and problem-solving skills; 
• Accept constructive feedback and implement it effectively.

Qualification Equivalencies:

Additional Information:

15.00/hrResume

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Sinéad Ni Chadhain
Biology Department Chair
[email protected]

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

No Background Check Required

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:

Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding

Frequent Physical Activity:

Grasping, Hearing, Repetitive Motion

Occasional Physical Activity:

Kneeling, Lifting

Benefits Eligible:

No