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A Cell Biologist studies plant and animal life and conducts research to understand cells and cell systems. May teach cell biology or specialize in clinical research, cell culture, medical research and treatment, pharmaceutical, biotechnology or plant research. Directs research experiments and staff, operates specialized equipment and analyzes and reports research results.
$95,522 / year median in New Mexico
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Lab Assistant University of New Mexico - 4.1 Albuquerque, NM Job Details $15 an hour 15 hours ago Qualifications Biology Cell line culture Biochemistry Cell Biology Biochemical laboratory techniques Spectroscopic analysis Biophysics Spectroscopic techniques Entry level Full Job Description Student Intermediate Level Requisition ID req37796 Working Title Lab Assistant Pay $15.00 Hourly Campus Main - Albuquerque, NM Department Chemical and Biological Engineering (326A) Employment Type Student Employment Student Type Student Employment Status Non-Exempt Background Check Required For Best Consideration Date 9/9/2026 Position Summary This undergraduate position will be working in the King Laboratory, working on cell culture, RNA synthesis, and single molecule spectroscopy. An ideal candidate will have a strong background in cell biology. Minimum Qualifications Equivalencies not found for this position Preferred Qualifications Strong back ground in biology and/or biochemistry A desire to learn spectroscopy and biophysics Current registered student Application Instructions Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application. Please complete the on-line application and attached a current resume The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.