MD-HBCU STEM Research Assistant

About this position

Job Title

Research Assistant, STEM

Essential Job Functions

The student research assistant under the mentorship of a STEM faculty member from the Department of Applied Science and Technology, Biological Sciences, Computer and Information Science, Nursing, and STEM MBA will assist in the various research and other functions of the department. In doing so, students will perform the following responsibilities:

• Conduct literature searches
• Conduct ongoing research activities under the supervision of the principal investigator (PI)
• Assist program researcher with lab instructions and handle samples from experiments
• Collect and analyze data using various statistical models Present research findings and reports to summarize data
• Maintain files for the PI
• Attend project and related meetings
• Prepare materials for IRB approval (if applicable)
• Assist in the preparation of research manuscripts, modules, and presentations
• Must fulfill a 20 hours per week research schedule Other related duties, as assigned

Qualifications

• Must be admitted to a graduate STEM program
• Must be currently enrolled in graduate school and in good academic standing
• Must be enrolled in at least 6 semester hours
• GPA of 3.25 or above
• Must not hold any other employment on or off campus

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of research methods
• Communication and problem-solving skills
• Data entry and data analysis
• Proficient in using lab equipment
• Must be dependable and able to work with minimum supervision
• Must have excellent interpersonal, customer relations, communication, and organizational skill
• Effective time management skills
• Computer skills
• Ability to complete projects by deadline
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products, e-mail, and the internet
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Successful experience working in a team environment
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, objectives, and deadlines simultaneously in a fast-paced environment

EEO Statement

Alcorn State University is expressly committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry age, religion or religious creed, disability or handicap, sex or gender identity and/or expressions, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Further, the University will not tolerate any instances of harassment/sexual harassment. This policy applies to all employees, regardless of position, consultants and applicants for employment.

Additionally, it is the responsibility of all personas making employment decisions to adhere to this policy.