What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Employee- Dept of Biological Sciences- Research Assistant position at Sam Houston State University?
Posting Information
Requisition
202600197ST
Title
Student Employee- Dept of Biological Sciences- Research Assistant
Employee Class
Student Employee
College Work Study Position
No
Department
Dept of Biological Sciences
Division
Division of Academic Affairs
Hours per week
10-15
Hiring Rate
$15/hr
Preferred Student Classification
Nature & Purpose of Position
The Atkins laboratory in the department of Biological Sciences is seeking a research assistant for immediate start. The Atkins laboratory performs basic research to address questions of developmental the research assistant will be expected to work 10-15 hours per week to maintain laboratory Drosophila stocks, make Drosophila media, organize and maintain inventory, ensure proper laboratory procedures are enforced and communicate any issues regularly with Dr. Atkins. May be required to perform crosses to rescue sick stocks or rebalance lines as a lab resource. May be requested to perform maintain reagents, make stock solutions, perform control experiments or test reagents as requested by supervisor.
Other Requirements for the Position
CITI Biosafety certification is required. Drosophila husbandry, microscopy, and molecular biology experience is preferred.
Open Date
06/02/2026
Position Number
9N9242
Contact Information
Contact Name & Title
Mardelle Atkins - Assistant Professor
Contact Phone
936-294-3783
Contact Email
mra043@shsu.edu
Contact Building & Room #
Contact Fax
Contact Instructions Summary
EEO Statement
EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
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Benefits:
Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off, Job TrainingSalary : $15