Temporary Support Specialist

About FIU

Florida International University (FIU) is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of over 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, FIU offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate, and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars, and MacArthur Genius Fellows. FIU is a Carnegie R1 institution, driving impactful research in environmental resilience, health, and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. FIU focuses on student success, economic mobility, and community engagement, redefining what it means to be a public research university.

Job Summary

The Nursing and Health Science Dean's Office is currently seeking a Temporary Support Specialist to join their team of professionals. Duties Include:

• Conducts studies in the assigned laboratory.
• Collections, analyzes, and processes laboratory samples/specimens.
• Maintains lab compliance records.
• Sets up equipment and materials for course instruction.
• Assists in training staff members, students, and investigators on the handling of research subjects.
• Sets up equipment and materials for course instruction.
• Assists in administering medications and treatment to research subjects.
• Operates and maintains laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Adheres to laboratory procedures and safety practices.

Minimum Qualifications

• A high school diploma and two (2) years of appropriate experience; OR an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience.

Job Category

Temporary

Temporary Disclosure

As a temporary employee, you will not be eligible to participate in all employee benefit programs (e.g., paid leave, retirement, or tuition reimbursement). Under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA), a temporary employee who works on average 30 hours or more per week may be eligible to enroll in health care benefits. As a temporary employee, you are also eligible to enroll in supplemental plans (e.g., dental, vision), which requires full payment on your part. Upon completing an assignment, employees may apply for a position on FIU Careers.

Work Schedule

Hours may vary.

Advertised Salary

$14.00 per hour

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Criminal Background Check
• Research Expanded Background Check

How To Apply

Prospective Employees:

• If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".
• To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing. Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
• All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume. This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

Current Employee

As a current employee, you must log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply for this and any other internal career opportunity of interest. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications". To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing. Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume/curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

Disclosures

• Clery Notice
• Notice of Non-Discrimination
• Reasonable Accommodation Statement