Student Lab Assistant

Auburn University

Auburn University, Alabama

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$12–$14 Per Hour
LOCATION
Auburn University, Alabama
POSTED
12 days ago
Overview:
The College of Veterinary Medicine is hiring a Student Assistant for our Pathobiology Clinical Pathology Lab. The role involves performing analyses, tests, and diagnostic procedures in a medical laboratory.
Responsibilities:
  • Conducts chemical analysis of specimens, including blood and urine to determine presence of normal and abnormal components.
  • Prepares and stains cytological and fluid specimens.
  • Operates equipment used in quantitative analysis.
  • Enters data from analysis of medical test and clinical results into the data management system.
  • Responsible for properly closing down instruments and lab at night if working the late evening shift. This includes securing lab and performing shut-down of chemistry analyzer.
  • Proper storing of blood and urine samples that have been collected and received during the evening shifts for possible further analysis the following day.
Qualifications:
  • Currently enrolled Auburn University student.
  • Open to Pre-Vet students, Animal Dairy Science majors, COSAM majors, first-third year vet students and anyone interested in applying to a veterinary program.

 

Preferred Qualifications: Vet experience is a plus but not needed, as we provide training.

Pay Range: USD $12.00 - USD $14.00 /Hr. Why Work at Auburn?:

Why should YOU consider student employment at Auburn University?

  • Gain valuable work experience! Student employment allows you to explore different interests, identify strengths, and make informed decisions about your future career goals.
  • Build your network! Interacting with faculty, staff, and fellow students can lead to valuable connections and potential mentors.
  • Make a difference! Have the satisfaction of knowing YOU are a part of providing the premier academic experience at Auburn and the life-changing work our students and employees perform.
Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement:

It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity Compliance's website to learn more. 

About the Company

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Auburn University

Welcome to Auburn University, a comprehensive land, space and sea grant research institution blending arts and applied sciences. The University continuously changes to accommodate today's needs, while still respecting the traditions and spirit of Auburn. As we grow and change, Auburn will always continue its tradition of excellence.

The main campus had an enrollment during fall of 2007 of 24,137. Auburn University offers degrees in 13 schools and colleges at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels.

Auburn University is known not only for its academic excellence, but for its impact on Alabama as well. A recent study determined AU had nearly $ 4 billion economic impact on the state of Alabama, including a $ 1.5 billion impact on the economy and a $ 2.4 billion impact in "human capital." AU's Technical Assistance Center, a collaborative Engineering / Business outreach unit, performs hundreds of projects annually for state industry, generating millions of dollars in increased efficiencies and saving or creating hundreds of jobs statewide.

Auburn University has developed into one of the largest universities in the South, remaining in the educational forefront with its traditional blend of arts and applied science, and changing with the needs of today while living with a respect for the traditions and spirit that are Auburn.
COMPANY SIZE
1,500 to 1,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Education
FOUNDED
1856
WEBSITE
http://www.auburn.edu/