Undergraduate Research Investigators

Job no: 561438 Department: College of Science Work type: Instructional Student Assistant Location: Stanislaus - Turlock Categories: Unit 11 - UAW - California Alliance of Academic Student Workers, Temporary, Part Time, Student Services, On-site (work in-person at business location) Instructional Student Assistant Employment Opportunity JOB DESCRIPTION: ***OPEN TO CURRENT STANISLAUS STATE STUDENTS, CURRENTLY ENROLLED OR ELIGIBILE TO ENROLL ONLY*** We are seeking undergraduate students (4 positions) position to join our research team (Dr Alok Arun and Tr. Tricia Van Laar) working at the intersection of plant, microbial and algal biotechnology with a strong focus on advancing the circular bioeconomy. Students will gain hands-on experience with molecular biology, microbiology, genomics, and the valorization of plant and algal biomaterials. These projects provide a unique opportunity to develop cutting-edge technical skills while contributing to sustainable biotechnological solutions. Work will be conducted in close collaboration with local industry partners, offering valuable exposure to real-world applications and pathways to workforce development. Occasional travel to partner facilities or field sites may be required. A typical week will involve approximately 5–20 hours of work. All necessary training will be provided, so no prior experience is required; however, you must be enthusiastic about learning and expanding your skill set. Students will be required to present their research findings at a regional or national scientific conference. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Undergraduate students must be registered/enrolled in a minimum of six (6) Fall/Spring units. Post-baccalaureate students in a graduate program must be registered in a minimum of four (4) Fall/Spring units. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Students should have a strong background and interest in biology. Applicants must also demonstrate solid performance in introductory and mid-level science courses. Wage/Salary: $18.00/HR Hours per Week: 5-20 Location: Turlock Campus # of Openings: 4 Expected Start Date: Sept 1, 2026 Expected End Date: Oct 31, 2026 Point of Contact Person: Dr. Alok Arun, View email address on click.appcast.io Dr. Tricia Van Laar, View email address on click.appcast.io If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact: Dr. Alok Arun Biological Sciences California State University, Stanislaus One University Circle Turlock, CA 95382 View email address on click.appcast.io CAMPUS & AREA: California State University, Stanislaus serves the San Joaquin Valley and is a critical educational resource for a six-county region of approximately 1.5 million people. The University is fully committed to creating a culture of diversity and inclusion – one in which every person in the University community feels safe to express their views without fear of reprisal. Widely recognized for its quality academic programs, the University has 10 nationally accredited programs and 662 faculty members. 94 percent of full-time faculty holds doctorates or terminal degrees in their fields. The University offers 43 undergraduate majors, 16 master's programs, 7 post-graduate credentials, a doctorate in education and serves more than 10,000 students. New instructional facilities have been built for the unique pedagogy of professional programs, laboratory sciences and performing arts. Stanislaus State continues to receive national recognition with its ranking as one of the best 384 colleges in the nation by The Princeton Review. The University was one of 12 public universities in the nation to be recognized by the American Association of State Colleges and Universities for demonstrating exceptional performance in retention and graduation rates. In addition, U.S. News and World Report ranks Stanislaus State in its top 10 among public universities in the West, while Washington Monthly honored Stanislaus State as the West's No. 1 university for the money. Stanislaus State also is recognized as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) by the U.S. Department of Education. CSU Stanislaus values shared governance: Individuals with disabling conditions who require accommodation during the recruitment process may contact the ADA Coordinator at View phone number on click.appcast.io. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. The CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California. The CSU prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California. The university requires a criminal and/or child abuse background check to be completed for many of its new employees, current employees seeking promotional or transfer opportunities, and current employees assigned new duties. Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position. Failure to consent to any background check will disqualify an applicant from further consideration. Additionally, an applicant who fails to provide the necessary information or who provides false or misleading information may also be disqualified from further consideration. Later discovery of false or misleading information related to the background check may result in the offer of employment being withdrawn or subject the employee to disciplinary action, up to and including termination. Advertised: August 25, 2026 (8:00 AM) Pacific Daylight Time Applications close: Open Until Filled Unit 11 - UAW - California Alliance of Academic Student Workers 1 Job Search Category/Discipline Student Services 1 Time Basis Part Time 1 Workplace Type (Exclude Inst Fac) On-site (work in-person at business location) 1 #J-18808-Ljbffr