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Student Lab Research Assistant
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A Research Assistant assists with a research program or project. Works in a variety of fields within science or the social sciences, in programs based at a university or research institution, or works on government or industry sponsored research projects. Conducts field or library research or recruits participants for a study; may also assist with legal research. Typically conduct research under the guidance of senior researchers or professors. These roles are often held by undergraduate or graduate students pursuing degrees in relevant fields, or individuals with relevant work experience.
$46,237 / year median in New Mexico
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Student Intermediate Level Requisition ID req37770 Working Title Student Lab Research Assistant Pay $15.00 Hourly Campus Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM Department IM Gastroentrology (852G) Employment Type Student Employment Student Type Student Employment Status Non-Exempt Background Check Required For Best Consideration Date Position Summary The Division of Gastroenterology is seeking an undergraduate Student Research Lab Assistant. The selected candidate will be responsible for conducting a variety of laboratory tasks in support of ongoing research projects, including organoid culturing, RT-qPCR, flow cytometry, microscopy, reagent preparation, sample processing, data collection, and maintenance of laboratory records. Additional responsibilities include assisting with routine laboratory operations, maintaining a clean and organized work environment, following established laboratory safety protocols, and supporting research staff with other duties as assigned. This position provides an excellent opportunity for students interested in gaining hands-on experience in biomedical and translational research. Minimum Qualifications Equivalencies not found for this position Preferred Qualifications Ability to keep and maintain accurate laboratory records. High level of motivation Good organizational and communication skills Dependable and able to work independently and as part of a team Willingness to learn new equipment, procedures, and technologies Ability to work in a hands-on environment where duties may change from day to day 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. 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.