Student Assistant

46271BR

Position Description:

A Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso graduate student enrolled in one of the MS degree programs for at least six semester hours. Prior experience in research is not required but eligible students should have strong interest in biomedical research and aptitude to learn modern research techniques. A student employed to perform work as assigned by the supervisor. A student enrolled in the TTU System employed to perform work as assigned by the supervisor.

Texas Tech Health El Paso (TTEP) is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, including those with H1B visas or those currently on student or postgraduate visas.

Additionally, this position is not eligible for remote or hybrid opportunities. All work is required to be performed onsite at TTEP.

Requisition ID:

46271BR

Work Location:

El Paso

Org Level 1:

Texas Tech Unv Hlth Sci Ctr El Paso

Campus:

HSC - El Paso

Department:

Molecular and Trans Medicine

Major/Essential Functions:

• Conduct laboratory research under the direct of senior staff or Faculty.

• Assists with equipment maintenance and ordering lab supplies, including verification of goods or services upon receipt.

• Analyze and present research results in lab meetings, conferences, speaking engagements, and events.

• Write technical reports or posters for presentations.

• Remain current with all licensure, certifications and mandatory compliances and trainings required of this position.

• Adhere to all policies, procedures and practices (Regents Rules, TTUS, HSECEP OPs, etc.).

• Personally, and consistently, demonstrate, display and act in accordance with Texas Tech Health El Paso’s Values (Service, Respect, Accountability, Integrity, Advancement, and Teamwork). Serve as a Value's leader while actively promoting and encouraging staff across the institution.

• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• A student enrolled in at least six hours.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree and knowledge of basic research practices, methods, resources, and standards, thereof.

• Previous experience in microbiology, immunology, molecular biology or animal handling is a plus.

EEO Statement:

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Jeanne Clery Act:

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website at https://www.ttuhsc.edu/compliance/clery-report.aspx .

Does this position work in a research laboratory?:

Yes

Are select agents used in this laboratory?:

No

Required Attachments:

Resume / CV, Transcript

Job Type:

Part Time

Pay Basis:

Hourly

Minimum Hire Rate:

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected

Pay Statement:

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan .

Travel Required:

Up to 25%

Shift:

Day

Grant Funded?:

Yes

Job Group:

Student Job Group