Job description
Posting Details
Posting Details
Position Number:
128333
Title:
Research Assistant
Functional Title:
Research Assistant
Category Status:
35-Exempt Contingent Category 2
Applicant Search Category:
Staff
University Authorized FTE:
1.0
Unit:
AGNR-Veterinary Medicine Program
Campus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
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Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
A Research Assistant with a Bachelor’s degree in a field of Biology and experience in supporting laboratory research or animal care is required to assist the principal investigator for execution of extramurally-funded research studies.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Biological or related sciences from an accredited institution of higher education.
Experience:
Two years in research coordination, administrative or communication / technical writing experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Bachelor’s degree in Biological or related sciences from an accredited institution of higher education.
Experience:
Two years in research coordination, administrative or communication / technical writing experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Strong verbal, written and editing skills, as well as excellent grammatical skills, are a must.
- Technical writing skills, particularly related to biological or other natural sciences.
- Computational and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to create and maintain orderly records.
Preferences:
Additional Certifications:
Additional Information:
Job Risks
Animal Handling, Research Related Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure
Physical Demands
Manual lab techniques.
Posting Date:
04/25/2023
Closing Date:
05/23/2023
Open Until Filled
No
Best Consideration Date
Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
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