New Mexico State University

Human Resources

Department: Biology Department
Position Title/Posting #: Senior Research Assistant - Req#2009009969
Date Position Advertised: September 2, 2009
Salary: Commensurate with Education & Experience
Conditions: NMSU IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER. Offer of employment is contingent upon verification of individual's eligibility for employment in the United States. All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent on the University’s verification of credentials and other information required by Federal Law, State Law, and NMSU policies/procedures, and may include the completion of a criminal history check.

Position is contingent upon funding
Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Biology or related field, and 5 years experience.
Examples of Duties: Supervise, direct, delegate and evaluate work of assigned staff, coordinate all research and training activities for lab personnel, work directly with personnel learning to use new protocols and equipment, assist staff and students preparing to present their results. Supervise use of lab equipment. Ensure safety protocols are followed by all lab members. Work with lab director and research collaborators to develop new methodologies for the lab. Assist lab director in identifying sources of external funding. Serve as editor for research documents drafted by other lab personnel. Manage lab including organizing fiscal, inventory and maintenance processes and records. Perform related duties as required.
Benefits Offered: Group medical and hospital insurance, group life insurance,
long-term disability insurance, state educational retirement,
workers' compensation, sick leave, annual leave and
unemployment compensation. Opportunity for educational
advancement.
Reply to/Deadline for Applications: Submit a formal letter of interest, current resume, college transcripts, proof of professional certification(s), and three professional references with names, titles, addresses and daytime phone numbers to-
Dr. John Gustafson
New Mexico State University
Biology Department MSC 3AF
Las Cruces, NM 88003

Review of applications will begin on September 16, 2009 and will remain open until filled.
Incomplete application packets will not be considered.

NMSU IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER.

Offer of employment is contingent upon verification of individual's eligibility for employment in the United States.


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