POSITION INFORMATION

Requisition Number
6004

Job Title
Laboratory Assistant - Hourly

Department
Pharmacology & Neuroscience - 302700

Quick Link
www.unthscjobs.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=61553

Shift
Day

Department Overview
The department of Pharmacology & Neuroscience in the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences is dedicated to quality biomedical research and graduate education. Department research and training activities are supported through multiple federal, state, and private grants. We offer both MS and PhD degrees in a wide range of research areas.

Position Details
* This posting is an hourly position and is non-benefits eligible.

The Pharmacology & Neuroscience Department at the University of North Texas Health Science Center is seeking to hire a Laboratory Assistant-Hourly to join our team. Responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to:

* Assist with general laboratory work in conjunction with Research Assistant or Research Associate personnel.
* Assisting in evaluating the in vivo effect of novel compounds using an animal model of Parkinson's Disease.

The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices.

Required Qualifications
The successful candidate will possess the following required qualifications:

* High school diploma or GED and two (2) years of experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications
* The preferred candidate will possess the following additional qualifications:

* At least two years of college education majoring in Biology, Neuroscience or Chemistry is also preferred.
* Introductory courses in chemistry and/or biology.
* A course in organic chemistry and in molecular biology is desirable. * * Previous laboratory experience is desirable.
* Preparing buffer solutions.
* General laboratory maintenance.
* Maintaining a laboratory notebook.
* Experience using Microsoft Word, Excel and computer-based graphing programs.
* Good work ethic (i.e. showing up for work on time, work well with co-workers).
* Good communication and observation skills.
* Assist in conducting a research project.
* Good math skills.

Special Instructions to Applicants
* This posting is an hourly position and is non-benefits eligible.

Applicants must submit a resume and a cover letter with their online application.

**This position requires a 40 hour week for approximately 3 months, from June to the end of August 2019.**

Pay Rate
Salary Commensurate with Experience

Pay Basis
Hourly

Job Type
Part-Time

Work Schedule
Monday- Friday

Application Types Accepted
Main Form

Occupational Exposure to HIV/HBV?
No

Occupational Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals?
Yes

Occupational Exposure to Tuberculosis?
No

Security Sensitive?
Yes

Require a valid Texas Driver's License?
No

Require a certification?
No


MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Official Job Title
Laboratory Assistant - Hourly

Job Open Date
02-14-2019

Job Close Date
Open Until Filled

Job Category
Technical

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