Student Worker - Physiology and Cell Biology

Job Description

The Mutafova-Yambolieva laboratory at the Department of Physiology and Cell Biology of the University of Nevada Reno School of Medicine is recruiting a motivated and detail-oriented student worker to assist in the laboratory.

Responsibilities

Assist in preparing solutions and buffers for experiments

Labeling materials for ongoing research

Carrying out physiology type experiment under supervision

Performing data analysis

Required Qualifications

Candidate must be enrolled at the University of Nevada, Reno

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience in a research laboratory setting

Interests in scientific research

Knowledge using Microsoft Excel spreadsheets

Prior knowledge on GraphPad Prism software

Schedule

The typical work schedule is Monday through Friday, estimated 15-20 hours per week / 3-4 hours a day.

Compensation

$15 per hour

Laboratory Information

The Mutafova-Yambolieva laboratory investigates novel mechanisms of regulation of bladder excitability by chemical mediators that transmit signals from the bladder mucosa to the underlying bladder muscle and the central nervous system and. The laboratory is the recipient of the 2023 Excellence in Laboratory Safety Award of the University of Nevada Reno. In 2023, the principal investigator Dr. Violeta Mutafova-Yambolieva was also recognized with the prestigious UNR Foundation Professor Award.

Exempt

No

Full-Time Equivalent

50.0%

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Attach the following attachment(s) to your application

Resume / CV – (required) List a detailed description of the major duties that you performed as part of each job. You must demonstrate that you qualify for the position and your education and experience must be clearly documented.

Cover Letter – (required)

Spring 2026 Class Schedule - (required)

Unofficial Transcript - (required)

Contact Information for Three Professional References – (optional) Please include name, contact information, and relationship.

This posting is open until filled

Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made.

Posting Close Date

Note to Applicant

A background check will be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member’s first day of employment.

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.

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For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver's license will be required at the time of employment and as a condition of continued employment.

Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.

University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine