Federal Work Study Student, Neurobiology

• Minimum Qualifications:
• High school diploma; UTMB student enrolled at least half-time

Job Summary: 
This position involves conducting, reporting, and presenting research within the individual’s field of study under the guidance of a faculty mentor. It is a training role and is not intended to be a permanent appointment.

Job Duties:

• Plans, coordinates, and directs moderately complex research experiments following general technical procedures. 
• Establishes and oversees quality control measures for assigned project operations. 
• Makes modifications to research procedures as determined by the Principal Investigator. 
• Contributes to scientific analysis and interpretation of projects. 
• Maintains records of all tests performed and data collected, compiles and tabulates data, and provides analysis of results.
• Ensures the accurate assembly, calibration, operation and modification of a variety of laboratory equipment as defined by appropriate guidelines.  
• Oversees lab inventory of supplies and equipment. 
• Adheres to internal controls established for the department. 
• Performs related duties as required. 
• Salary Range:
• Commensurate with experience.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:
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