Graduate Research Assistant I - 991466

Primary Purpose Participates in the design, execution, analysis, and evaluation of research projects directly aligned with the educational goals of the student and the Oceanographic Center. Job Category Exempt Hiring Range $22,000 Pay Basis Annually Subject to Grant Funding? Yes Essential Job Functions Contributes to basic and applied research activities. Performs a variety of tests, makes detailed observations, analyzes data, and interprets results. Understands and interprets research protocols and procedures. Participates in the publication of significant results. Advances expertise through education, training, and/or research experience. Performs other duties as assigned or required. Job Requirements Knowledge of R programming language, genomics data analysis skills, ArcGIS and Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Database and data entry skills. Ability to utilize or learn to utilize software relevant to the research program, new research methods and work routines quickly. Ability to attain required certification for applicable research program or project. Ability to read and comprehend genomics data reports and other scientific literature. Required Education Bachelor’s Degree Major (if required) Biology or related science Required Experience Six (6) months experience working in a laboratory or scientific research environment. Must be currently enrolled in a graduate program at the Oceanographic Center. Is this a safety sensitive position? No Background Screening Required? No Pre-Employment Conditions Nova Southwestern University is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary. Equal Opportunity Statement NSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status or any other legally protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Nova Southeastern University