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Title: Research assistant

Position Type: Student

Search Type: External - minimum 7 days

Department: 21R000 - Science, Tech, Engineering & Math

Division: 2R0000 - Academic Affairs

Position Location: Richmond Campus

Driver Classification: Driver

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Hours Per Week: 15

Posted Salary Grade: Minimum $8.00/hour

Retirement:   None 

Contact Person: Pat Calie (pat.calie@eku.edu)

Job Summary/Basic Functions

To assist in the isolation and purification of genomic DNA from plant/fungal materials, PCR and gel electrophoresis analysis of purified DNAs, and other laboratory techniques. Accurate record keeping in lab notebook essential. Occasional field work might be required dependent on field conditions and research progress.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Must be enrolled at EKU

Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Funding Source: Grant

Open Until Filled: No

Special Instructions: 

This position may require completion of confidentiality, data safety & security, or other trainings.

AA/EEO Statement

Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.

Background Check Statement

Offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory background check.