Technical Aide

Position Summary(Basic Job Function)

This is a temporary or an on-call position. Provides technical support. Responsibilities may include computer programming or operations; research support; medical patient care; technical equipment maintenance, repair, fabrication or operation; or other technical support functions.

Unit Position Summary

The Department of Microbiology, Genetics & Immunology is seeking a temporary Lab Aide to work in the laboratory of Dr. Nina Wale performing general laboratory maintenance and assisting the lab manager with experimental duties as needed.

Duties include washing and stocking glassware, media preparation, maintenance of Daphnia and algae cultures, observing and recording relevant details.

Desired Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in biological discipline with 1 year experience working in a lab setting.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

Please submit a resume and the names and contact information for three references.

Work Hours

ON-CALL

Website

https://mgi.natsci.msu.edu

Summary of Physical Demands

Must be able to lift 40 lbs for short periods of time, and stand for potentially several hours.