Research Assistant
External posting
Part-Time, Temporary, Non-Exempt , Administrative/Professional
Hours per week: 10-20
JOB SUMMARY:Â Temporary Research Assistant to support our ongoing research projects in wastewater and water microbial analysis. In this role, you will assist with laboratory work focused on extracting and measuring nucleic acid levels using advanced laboratory methodology.
Submit cover letter (please describe your qualifications) and resume/CV to Dr. Tami Sivy, Science East 279 or via email at tsivy@svsu.edu
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Extraction of RNA from wastewater or DNA from freshwater
- Running of reverse transcription
- Use of digital Polymerase Chain Reaction
- Use and care for biochemical analytical equipment
- Ensure accurate data collection, recording, and processing
- Employ mandatory safety practices
- Perform other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
General supervision is received from the grant PI, Dr. Tami Sivy.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must have bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry, Biology, or similar field
- Must have experience with qPCR and ddPCR
- MUST have pipetting and other lab experience.
- Excellent attendance habits, punctual
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Detail oriented, consistent work habits
- Data collection and processing skills, basic Microsoft Word/Excel skills
- Awareness and respect for basic safety procedures
- Willingness to execute chemical procedures with focus and consistency
- Respond positively to instruction and constructive critique
- GIS experience is beneficial
- Experience and ability to positively interact with a diverse campus community.
- Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodations.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Duties are generally performed inside but may include outside sampling activities.
The above reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job. It shall not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements that may be inherent in the job. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.
Posted through: Open Until Filled
Applicants must apply online at jobs.svsu.edu.
About SVSU:
Saginaw Valley State University is a comprehensive university with more than 100 programs of study for its roughly 7,000 students. Located on a suburban campus in Michigan’s Great Lakes Bay Region, SVSU is committed to a supportive and empowering environment for students, faculty and staff. For nine consecutive years, SVSU has been recognized as a “Great College to Work For” (2016-2024).
SVSU emphasizes undergraduate teaching and learning, and community-based research. SVSU earned the Community Engagement classification from the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, a distinction achieved by only 7 percent of U.S. colleges and universities. By their senior year, 84 percent of students have engaged with community employers and agencies in internships, field placements or some other component of their academic preparation.
SVSU is establishing itself as a leader in STEAM education for the Great Lakes Bay Region, partnering with businesses, foundations and school districts to improve students’ performance in math, science and the arts at the middle school, high school and university levels. SVSU is building the first university research station on Lake Huron, expanding its commitment to freshwater research and public health.
More than 70 percent of SVSU freshmen live on campus in student housing that has been rated No. 1 among public universities in the U.S. (2018-2024). SVSU fields 20 varsity sports at the NCAA Division II level. The average class size is 23 students. For more information, please visit our website, http://www.svsu.edu.
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