Avila University
Graduate Assistant – School of STEM
Avila University, Kansas City, Missouri, United States, 64101
Position Summary
This Graduate Assistant position is a laboratory and general office staff position to assist the students and faculty in the School of STEM for 18 hours per week. The position requires the applicant to work in person during daytime hours during the week. The applicant will also work with the Laboratory Manager.
Responsibilities
Laboratory set up, cleaning, and inventory.Coordinate upper level laboratory set up with STEM faculty.Coordinate with faculty to provide research students needed laboratory materials and set up.Strategic projects as assigned (maintain pre-health canvas page job opportunities, maintain social media STEM pages, coordinate and help set up events for honor societies or clubs, etc.).Engage in other duties as assigned to assist faculty and students in the School of STEM.
Qualifications
Must be admitted and enrolled in a graduate program at Avila University. International students are not eligible for graduate assistantships.The successful candidate for this position will possess a bachelor's degree in a biology or chemistry discipline and must maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA.Daytime availability (9 am – 4 pm) to work in-person in the department at least three days per week Monday through Thursday; other hours may be completed in the evening or remotely, or may be completed in-person.The applicant should enjoy working with faculty and students and be well-organized.Ability to work independently, take initiative, and manage multiple tasks.Growth mindset in regard to self and students.Strong computer skills required.Comfort speaking and interacting with a diverse group of students and professionals.
Successful candidates should showcase their work and experience in contributing to a climate that supports a diverse student body, serves first-generation college students, multilingual learners, and contributions to equity and social justice through their work.
The Community
Kansas City, a two-state metropolitan area with a population of nearly two million, offers a wide variety of cultural, educational and social life opportunities. Avila University, a Catholic university founded and inspired by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, provides undergraduate and graduate education in the liberal arts and professional studies, preparing lifelong learners who make meaningful contributions to the global community.
Additional Employment Information
Avila University is committed to equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, religion, age, color, sexual orientation, disability, national or ethnic origin, marital status, veteran's status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
You must be at least 18 years of age to be employed by Avila University.
All new employees will be required to complete an "Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9)" and produce requested documentation after employment.
In compliance with the Higher Education Amendments of 1998, the university's annual security and crime statistics report is available at
https://www.avila.edu/campus-resources/campus-safety . A copy of this report is available upon request from the Campus Safety Office in the Whitfield building any weekday between 8 am and 5 pm.
Avila University requires the successful completion of a background check as a condition of employment.
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This Graduate Assistant position is a laboratory and general office staff position to assist the students and faculty in the School of STEM for 18 hours per week. The position requires the applicant to work in person during daytime hours during the week. The applicant will also work with the Laboratory Manager.
Responsibilities
Laboratory set up, cleaning, and inventory.Coordinate upper level laboratory set up with STEM faculty.Coordinate with faculty to provide research students needed laboratory materials and set up.Strategic projects as assigned (maintain pre-health canvas page job opportunities, maintain social media STEM pages, coordinate and help set up events for honor societies or clubs, etc.).Engage in other duties as assigned to assist faculty and students in the School of STEM.
Qualifications
Must be admitted and enrolled in a graduate program at Avila University. International students are not eligible for graduate assistantships.The successful candidate for this position will possess a bachelor's degree in a biology or chemistry discipline and must maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA.Daytime availability (9 am – 4 pm) to work in-person in the department at least three days per week Monday through Thursday; other hours may be completed in the evening or remotely, or may be completed in-person.The applicant should enjoy working with faculty and students and be well-organized.Ability to work independently, take initiative, and manage multiple tasks.Growth mindset in regard to self and students.Strong computer skills required.Comfort speaking and interacting with a diverse group of students and professionals.
Successful candidates should showcase their work and experience in contributing to a climate that supports a diverse student body, serves first-generation college students, multilingual learners, and contributions to equity and social justice through their work.
The Community
Kansas City, a two-state metropolitan area with a population of nearly two million, offers a wide variety of cultural, educational and social life opportunities. Avila University, a Catholic university founded and inspired by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, provides undergraduate and graduate education in the liberal arts and professional studies, preparing lifelong learners who make meaningful contributions to the global community.
Additional Employment Information
Avila University is committed to equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, religion, age, color, sexual orientation, disability, national or ethnic origin, marital status, veteran's status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
You must be at least 18 years of age to be employed by Avila University.
All new employees will be required to complete an "Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9)" and produce requested documentation after employment.
In compliance with the Higher Education Amendments of 1998, the university's annual security and crime statistics report is available at
https://www.avila.edu/campus-resources/campus-safety . A copy of this report is available upon request from the Campus Safety Office in the Whitfield building any weekday between 8 am and 5 pm.
Avila University requires the successful completion of a background check as a condition of employment.
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