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College of Southern Nevada

Part Time - UROP Student Researcher - Department of Biology - FY2027

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A Biologist studies plant and animal life and conducts research in one of many specialized areas. May observe and study different types of animals or plants and their habitats or ecosystems, or study cell biology or microorganisms, or research questions relating to human biology and health.

$93,694 / year median in Nevada

+8% projected growth

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Job Description

The College of Southern Nevada appreciates your interest in employment at our growing institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. We ask that you keep in mind the following when completing your application: Once you start the application process you cannot save your work. Please ensure you have all required attachment(s) available to complete your application before you begin the process. Required attachments are listed below on the posting. Your application will not be considered without the required attachments. Please note that applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment. Once a recruitment has closed, applications will no longer be accepted. If you are unable to attach the required documents to your online application or need assistance regarding the application process, please contact the Talent Acquisition team within Human Resources via email at hr.recruitment@csn.edu or call (702) 651-5800 to be directed to the appropriate Recruiter. Job Description The
NV INBRE
grant is used, in part, to fund pipeline programs at CSN to increase student persistence and success in the Biomedical Sciences. We receive funding to run the Biomedical Exploration Workshop, in the summer, and Student Empowerment Workshops each semester, fall and spring. The Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP) is Nevada INBRE's flagship undergraduate summer research program where continuing junior and senior level students work in a research lab for 10 weeks and complete an independent research project. CSN is directing INBRE funds to promote research through the UROP mechanism. Student workers for the
CSN UROP
at the CSN West Charleston Campus. Together with the Principal Investigator and Mentor will prepare laboratory materials for experiments for presentation at a National Conference. The following list is an overview of tasks performed to run the
CSN UROP
Assemble and organize educational materials as well as laboratory equipment/materials. Set up, Clean, and break down laboratory equipment Communicate with the Coordinator for information etc. Communicate with Mentor(s) Minimum Qualifications U.S. citizenship or have a valid employment authorization document (EAD) permitting you to work in the U.S. Minimum age 18 at time of workshop Must have taken 6+ Credit hours, Spring or 3+ Credit hours, Summer - required Continuing junior and senior undergraduates enrolled in classes for the upcoming fall semester. You are not eligible if graduating in spring or summer or if you already hold a bachelor's degree or higher in a STEM field. 3.0 minimum GPA Undergraduates enrolled at UNR, UNLV, NSU, CSN, GBC, TMCC, or WNC, or students from western IDeA states (Alaska, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, New Mexico or Wyoming). Preference will be given to applicants who have not received a Nevada
INBRE UROP
award in the past. Salary Information Up to $7,200.00 Grant Funded, INBRE ExemptNo Full-Time Equivalent 48.8% Required Attachment(s) To be considered for this position, please upload the following documents to your application: Resume/CV Cover Letter Unofficial Academic Transcripts (optional)
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employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the "Browse Jobs" process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at CSN and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Browse Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting by typing the requisition number in the search box. If you complete an application outside of the internal application process and apply as an external candidate, your application will no longer be considered at the time of minimum qualification review. In order to prevent the disqualification of your application, you will need to reapply as an internal candidate before 11:59 pm the day prior to the position close date. For more details on this position, please visit our website: My Career at
CSN. CSN
is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. For more information, visit http://www.csn.edu/nondiscrimination. Posting Close Date08/10/2026 Note to Applicant Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials. All document(s) must be received by 11:59 p.m. the day prior to the closing date posted on the job announcement. This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire. As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks. Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs. CSN is responsive to serving the educational needs of a diverse and ever-changing community. CSN employs only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the
U.S. CSN
does not sponsor aliens applying for faculty, professional staff, or management positions (H-1B Visas) in the absence of exceptional circumstances as defined by the USCIS. Founded in 1971 and situated in the greater Las Vegas metropolitan area, CSN, as Nevada's largest college and one of the largest in the nation, operates in over 50 locations including 3 main campuses, as well as multiple sites and centers throughout the southern Nevada area. As a comprehensive, multi-campus community college, and the largest and most ethnically diverse institution in the state of Nevada, CSN educates over 50,000 students, including more than 14,000 non-credit students annually. Accredited by the Northwest Commission on College and Universities, CSN offers education opportunities in over 70 academic programs featuring more than 180 degrees and certificates, and several niche baccalaureate programs areas. CSN is proud to be a Hispanic Serving Institution and a Minority Serving Institution. The college creates opportunities and enriches lives with inclusive learning and working environments that support diversity and student success. CSN's mission ensures that the college serves the diverse educational needs of the communities and businesses within the southern Nevada service area. CSN is a growing and influential network that enables students, faculty, staff and alumni to advance personally, professionally and intellectually. Its vibrant network of people and programs creates lifelong benefits for all students. As the communities of southern Nevada continue to grow, CSN is committed to remain highly accessible to serve the diverse needs of an increasing population. NSHE is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person's age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes). EEO/Title IX website Dr. Armen Asherian Director - Office of Institutional Equity Human Resources/Office of Institutional Equity College of Southern Nevada West Charleston Campus, Room E-424 (702) 651-7481 armen.asherian@csn.edu College of Southern Nevada does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. §§ 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106). CSN's commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may be referred to: Dr. Armen Asherian, Director - Office of Institutional Equity, College of Southern Nevada, West Charleston Campus, Room E-424, Las Vegas, NV 89146,
Telephone:
(702) 651-7481,
Email:
armen.asherian@csn.edu; to The Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of Education, U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20202-1100;
Telephone:
1-800-421-3481
FAX:
202-453-6012;
TDD:
1-800-877-8339;
Email:
OCR@ed.gov; or to both. Information pertaining to the College's grievance procedures and grievance process, including how to report or file a complaint of sex discrimination, how to report or file a formal complaint of sexual harassment, and how the College will respond can be found online at https://www.csn.edu/title-ix. If you need any accommodations to complete an application, please contact Human Resources at hr.recruitment@csn.edu. Information regarding security, personal safety, fire safety, and crime statistics can be found on CSN's website. NSHE Employees are required to participate in a mandatory retirement plan in lieu of Social Security. As a result, employment at NSHE may impact your Social Security benefits. Additional information is available at
SSA 1945.
Job postings are specific to the Nevada System of Higher Education.