Milwaukee, WI, USA

Part Time

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Mount Mary University is seeking an individual to join our community and contribute to the realization of our Mission through the role of a part-time Research Mentor and Laboratory Manager in the Sciences Department. The Research Mentor and Laboratory Manager will collaboratively work with the Primary Investigator (PI) and co-PI of a National Science Foundation (NSF) Scholarship in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (S-STEM) award to offer consistent support to S-STEM student recipients. This role promotes a learning atmosphere where the students will participate in a year-long Authentic Research in Microbiology Seminar course. In this course, S-STEM student recipients will learn research methods, develop hypotheses, conduct data analysis, and write about research findings in a laboratory setting. This position is responsible for mentoring and managing students as they navigate the year-long research project. We are committed to a compassionate and effective undergraduate education for our students.

Primary Responsibilities:

Motivated to mentor students in undergraduate researchEngage and monitor students as they perform research techniques in biology, chemistry, and microbiologyCollaborate and work with PI and co-PI on the development and implementation of lab activities, needs, and equipmentPrepare equipment and supplies, design, set up and coordinate activities for lab course including but not limited to preparing bacterial media, maintaining bacterial strains, decontamination and proper dispose of biological waste, maintaining clean dishware, chemical extraction, PCR, analysis of DNA sequencingOversee weekly lab operationsOrder and maintain suppliesAssist in identifying summer research experiences for S-STEM student recipientsPerform other duties, responsibilities, or special projects as assignedTroubleshoot problems

Skills and Experience:

Basic knowledge of microbiology and chemistry techniquesProblem-solving, critical thinking, resource management, and writing skillsDemonstrate commitment to promoting inclusiveness and cultural competence; experience working with underrepresented students and students from at-risk backgrounds.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree or pursuing a Master's degree in Microbiology with knowledge of Chemistry.

Physical Demands:

May be required to lift up to 50 lbs.Must reach, bend, stoop, liftMust sit, walk or standSome repetitive motion may be required

Working Conditions:

12-month appointment0.5 fulltime equivalent (FTE) hoursIn-person position on the Mount Mary University campusVarying workflow; sometimes stressful with high workload times of the yearComplete work required on schedule

Mount Mary University encourages applications from all qualified candidates and is vitally committed to all aspects of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from qualified candidates and all will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, ethnicity, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, or any other groups protected by law. Mount Mary seeks to hire and retain personnel who will make a positive contribution to its mission, vision, and values.

For more information about diversity, equity, and inclusion at Mount Mary please visit http://www.mtmary.edu/about/diversity

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