Summer Laboratory Research Aide - Temporary

Job Summary

Nova Southeastern University (NSU) was founded in 1964 and is a not-for-profit, independent university known for academic excellence and innovation. NSU offers competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package including tuition waiver, retirement plan, excellent medical and dental plans, and more. NSU is a tobacco-free university that cares about the health and welfare of its students, faculty, staff, and campus visitors.

Primary Purpose

Under direct supervision of a Principal Investigator or designee, observes and supports basic research activities. Assists in the conduct of research, including the collection of information and samples. Assists in the performance of tests using routine and special techniques and methods. May keep logs of work-related activities. May use computers and computer-interfaced equipment to perform work duties. Provides basic assistance to researchers in recording data. Cleans, maintains, and prepares supplies and work areas. May set up, adjust, calibrate, and clean laboratory equipment. May assist in report writing and/or perform library research. Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Essential Job Functions

• Affords assistance in the conduct of research, including the collection of information and samples.
• Affords assistance in the performance of tests using routine and special techniques and methods.
• Maintains logs of work-related activities.
• Utilizes computers and computer-interfaced equipment to perform work duties.
• Provides basic assistance to researchers in recording data.
• Cleans, maintains, and prepares supplies and work areas.
• Sets up, adjusts, calibrates, and cleans laboratory equipment.
• Affords assistance in report writing and/or performs library research.

Physical Requirements

• Near Vision - Must be able to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
• Speech Clarity - Must be able to speak clearly so others can understand you.
• Speech Recognition - Must be able to identify and understand the speech of another person.
• May be exposed to short, intermittent, and/or prolonged periods of sitting and/or standing in performance of job duties.
• May be required to accomplish job duties using various types of equipment/supplies, to include but not limited to pens, pencils, and computer keyboards.

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, and their applications.
• Reading Comprehension - Proficient understanding of written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
• Active Listening - Proficient skills in giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Speaking - Proficient skills in talking to others to convey information effectively.
• Information Ordering - The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).
• Selective Attention - The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
• Written Comprehension - The ability to read and understand information and ideas in writing so others will understand.

Required Education

1-2 Years of High School Major (if Required)

Required Experience

Preferred Qualifications

Safety Sensitive Position?

No

Background Screening Required?

No

Pre-Employment Conditions

Sensitivity Disclaimer: Nova Southeastern University is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary. NSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status or any other legally protected status.