G.R.E.A.T. Student Hourly Assistant (Multiple Positions) - Part-time

Job Title

G.R.E.A.T. Student Hourly Assistant (Multiple Positions)

Agency

Prairie View A&M University

Department

Department Of Biology

Proposed Minimum Salary

$15.00 hourly

Job Location

Prairie View, Texas

Job Type

Student Worker

Job Description

The Student Hourly Assistant, under general supervision, will be responsible for completing genomics training and research projects. A faculty member MUST sponsor the student to participate in the GREAT program.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct genomics and mentored research.
• Attend scientific communications/journal club.
• Participate in development workshops.
• Attend science-oriented events.

Required Education and Experience:

• Presently enrolled at Prairie View A&M University for at least nine (9) graduate or six (6) undergraduate semester credit hours during the term in which the work is to be done.
• Must be in good academic standing (SAP) as demonstrated through your college; minimum 2.0 GPA
• No prior experience necessary
• For work eligibility during a summer term, a student must be enrolled for at least three (3) graduate or undergraduate semester credit hours during the term in which the work is to be done or preregistered at least six (6) undergraduate semester hours for the fall/spring terms.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Presently enrolled at Prairie View A&M University for at least six (6) undergraduate semester credit hours during the term in which the work is to be done.
• Must be in good academic standing (SAP) as demonstrated through your college; minimum of 3.0 GPA.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Scientific knowledge in biology
• Written & Verbal Communication
• Critical Thinking

Other Requirements:

• Must be sponsored by the GREAT Program (Collaborative Genomics Initiative Between PVAMU and TAMU).

Job Posting Close Date:

Until filled

Required Attachments:

Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either “Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter” on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the “Resume/CV” or Resume/Cover Letter” attachment box.

• Cover Letter (Optional)
• Resume
• Detailed Class Schedule

Application Submission Guidelines:

The required documents listed in the above-Required Attachments section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1793 or should you need assistance with the online application process.

All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU career site.

Background Check Requirements:

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.