RESEARCH ASST I (Undergraduate Student/Work Study)
Job Description
Job Summary
Undergraduate researchers will work weekly schedules with times based upon the needs for the lab. The undergraduate researchers are expected to be friendly and approachable to all members working in the lab space and to work safely.
Responsibilities*
- Assist with setting up reactions
- Working up reactions
- Purification of compounds
- Analysis
- These tasks include but are not limited to:
- Handling glassware
- Handling/working with needles
- Handling/ working with reagents, solvents, and chemicals
- Be prepared and excited to work in lab on the days research will be completed
- Maintain a neat, up to date lab notebook
- Know locations and appropriate usage of all safety equipment
- Follow all departmental safety rules
- Ensure good housekeeping in the lab by doing the following:
- Cleaning up after themselves
- Making sure all solvent bottles are refilled after use
- Washing dishes as they are used
- Return materials to their assigned location
- Wiping down benchtops/hoods
- Cleaning the balances after use
- Perform other routine laboratory tasks such as making or testing reagents, setting up and testing instrumentation or equipment.
Required Qualifications*
- Must be a currently enrolled UM-Flint Undergraduate student
- Successful completion and understanding of organic chemistry I & II (330 & 332)
- Successful completion and understanding of organic chemistry labs I & II (331 & 333)
Desired Qualifications*
- Previous lab experience
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Modes of Work
Onsite
The work requires, or the supervisor approves a fully onsite presence. Onsite is defined as a designated U-M owned or leased work location within or outside of the State of MichiganPositions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Background Screening
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of three calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the fourth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.
Job Summary
Undergraduate researchers will work weekly schedules with times based upon the needs for the lab. The undergraduate researchers are expected to be friendly and approachable to all members working in the lab space and to work safely.
Responsibilities*
- Assist with setting up reactions
- Working up reactions
- Purification of compounds
- Analysis
- These tasks include but are not limited to:
- Handling glassware
- Handling/working with needles
- Handling/ working with reagents, solvents, and chemicals
- Be prepared and excited to work in lab on the days research will be completed
- Maintain a neat, up to date lab notebook
- Know locations and appropriate usage of all safety equipment
- Follow all departmental safety rules
- Ensure good housekeeping in the lab by doing the following:
- Cleaning up after themselves
- Making sure all solvent bottles are refilled after use
- Washing dishes as they are used
- Return materials to their assigned location
- Wiping down benchtops/hoods
- Cleaning the balances after use
- Perform other routine laboratory tasks such as making or testing reagents, setting up and testing instrumentation or equipment.
Required Qualifications*
- Must be a currently enrolled UM-Flint Undergraduate student
- Successful completion and understanding of organic chemistry I & II (330 & 332)
- Successful completion and understanding of organic chemistry labs I & II (331 & 333)
Desired Qualifications*
- Previous lab experience
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Modes of Work
Onsite
The work requires, or the supervisor approves a fully onsite presence. Onsite is defined as a designated U-M owned or leased work location within or outside of the State of MichiganPositions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Background Screening
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of three calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the fourth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.
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