Biology Research Assistant

USNH Employees should apply within Workday through the Jobs Hub app This is a grant funded position designed to help carry out the goals of funded grant research such as Fish and Wildlife Service and INBRE grants. The successful applicant will help the principal investigator to achieve the grant goals as well as to help train and oversee undergraduate students in the tasks and skills necessary to accomplish those goals. The successful applicant will also generally be familiar with the skills and techniques used in the lab including field research and immunohistochemistry, electrophysiology, and familiarity with other data collection systems such as video tracking software. Personnel would not be required to work during curtailment. Duties/Responsibilities (10%) Coordinate research with faculty research mentor (30%) Perform laboratory and/or field research (30%) Collect, organize, and analyze data (20%) Write up results for publication or presentation (10%) Maintain a clean and safe lab environment and keep track of lab supplies and inform faculty mentor of needs Requirements Minimum Acceptable Education & Experience BA or BS in relevant scientific field Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Facility with excel, statistical packages, PowerPoint, and photoshop Knowledge of the scientific background of the grants Compensation Pay Range $15.00 hourly This position is supported by external sponsor funding. As such, continued employment in this role is contingent upon the availability of those external funds. If, for any reason, the sponsor funding is reduced or discontinued, employment may be subject to modification or termination in accordance with applicable policies and procedures. EEO Statement The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status. Salary Grade: Adjunct Hourly Staff 00 Location: Plymouth #J-18808-Ljbffr