Student Assistant - Federal Work Study

Classification Title:

Student Assistant – NON CLER & ADMIN

Classification Minimum Requirements:

Good work ethic, strong attention to detail and ability to adhere to instructions/SOPs.

• High school diploma
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (specifically Word, Excel and PowerPoint) required
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions with a good work ethic

Job Description:

Primary Responsibilities Your main duties will involve hands-on laboratory work in assisting other lab members perform the following vital laboratory procedures.

• Genotyping by polymerase chain reaction
• Protein detection assays (western blots and immunofluorescence)
• Histology
• Microscopy

Additional Responsibilities You will also be essential to our lab's organization and operations, including:

• assist maintaining clean and organized lab areas
• assist managing ordering and supply inventories
• assist maintain mouse colony
• updating spreadsheets and other lab documents

Expected Salary:

$15-$16 per hour based on experience and skills.

Required Qualifications:

Preferred:

• Interest in scientific career advancement or currently pursuing a science degree (not required)
• Prior lab experience
• Basic knowledge of genetics and cell biology
• Ability to work well in a team-based environment
• Ability to multi-task and self-organize

Special Instructions to Applicants:

• This position is open to all University of Florida degree-seeking students registered at least half-time who are eligible to work on campus and maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA.
• A current Federal Work Study award is required
• To be considered for this position, please upload the following documents
  • Cover letter of interest directly addressing the requirements
  • Resume
  • Federal Work Study Award for the 2026-2027 academic year
    • Attach a copy/screenshot of Financial Aid Award Page (http://one.uf.edu/financialaid/aidyear)
  • professional references

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required:Yes