Student Employee- Dept of Biological Sciences- Research Assistant

Posting Details

Posting Information

Requisition 202600197ST Title Student Employee- Dept of Biological Sciences- Research Assistant Employee Class Student Employee College Work Study Position No Department Dept of Biological Sciences Division Division of Academic Affairs Hours per week 10-15 Hiring Rate

$15/hr

Preferred Student Classification Nature & Purpose of Position

The Atkins laboratory in the department of Biological Sciences is seeking a research assistant for immediate start. The Atkins laboratory performs basic research to address questions of developmental the research assistant will be expected to work 10-15 hours per week to maintain laboratory Drosophila stocks, make Drosophila media, organize and maintain inventory, ensure proper laboratory procedures are enforced and communicate any issues regularly with Dr. Atkins. May be required to perform crosses to rescue sick stocks or rebalance lines as a lab resource. May be requested to perform maintain reagents, make stock solutions, perform control experiments or test reagents as requested by supervisor.

Other Requirements for the Position

CITI Biosafety certification is required. Drosophila husbandry, microscopy, and molecular biology experience is preferred.

Open Date 06/02/2026 Position Number 9N9242

Contact Information

Contact Name & Title Mardelle Atkins - Assistant Professor Contact Phone 936-294-3783 Contact Email mra043@shsu.edu Contact Building & Room # Contact Fax Contact Instructions Summary

EEO Statement

EEO Statement

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter

Supplemental Questions

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• • Are you currently enrolled as a student at Sam Houston State University?
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