- Location
- Gilmer Hall, United States of America
- Type
- Part-time
- Source
- Workday
Description
**Federal Work Study Only**
The Biology Department’s Model Organism Kitchen is looking for an undergraduate assistant eligible for Federal Work Study during the 26-27 academic year to assist in producing critical growth media and other research materials to labs using the model organisms Drosophila melanogaster and Caenorhabditis elegans.
The undergraduate assistant will be responsible for:
- Following protocols to make materials and reagents.
- Packaging materials for delivery.
- Making deliveries to participating laboratories.
- Washing and sterilizing glassware.
Successful candidates must be able to learn and follow complex procedures, spot and address problems in quality control, and be comfortable using tools and equipment.
Scheduling: The position requires 10 hours per week on average with no more than 20 hours per week allowed.
Compensation: The pay range for this position is $14.53+ per hour depending on experience.
To Apply: Please include a resume in your application. Any questions related to this job posting may be directed to Dr. Lou Bubrig at [email protected]. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Resume required.
Education: Current UVA student
Experience: No specific research or technical experience is required, but back-of-house experience in food service, retail, etc. is preferred.
Licensure: None
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Due to the nature of the work the successful candidate must be able to lift and pull up to 50lbs.
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.
