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College of Southern Nevada · 3 weeks ago

Staff Research Associate II

CSN - Henderson Campus

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$54K/yr - $54K/yr

1+ years exp

The College of Southern Nevada is a growing institution seeking a Staff Research Associate II for its Laboratory Support Unit in the School of Science, Engineering and Mathematics. This role involves preparing and managing laboratory materials and equipment for instructional purposes while ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

EducationHigher EducationTraining

No H1B

Responsibilities

Working in a laboratory environment to prepare laboratory materials and equipment necessary for instructional laboratories or classes taught in the School of Science, Engineering, & Mathematics

Potentially handling live and preserved microbe, plant, and animal specimens

Preparing media, chemical solutions, and laboratory equipment

Using equipment that may include microscopes, electron microscopes, ion chromatography, LIBS, general chemistry laboratory equipment, PCR thermocyclers, electrophoresis and environmental chambers, spectrophotometers, autoclaves, velocimeters, simple electrical circuits, a basic multimeter

Replenishing and maintaining an inventory of supplies and keeping inventory records

Maintaining clean, safe, organized laboratory areas

Properly handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous and non-hazardous materials including biological, chemical and/or electronics waste

Occasional travel between CSN main campuses

Coordinating with the supervisor, other Staff Research Associates, Academic Faculty, and the Office of Environmental Health and Safety

Qualification

Laboratory practicesBiological materials handlingChemical solutions preparationInventory managementMicroscope operationTeam coordinationSafety complianceCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a science specialization and one year of professional experience in a research laboratory; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience; OR one year of experience as a Staff Research Associate I in Nevada State service