Part-Time NWTC Science Research Student Internship - Summer 2024 (CURRENT NWTC Students)
Northeast Wisconsin Technical College

Job Info

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We believe every member on our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to a broad range of ways to understand and engage with the world, identify challenges, and to discover, design, and deliver solutions. We value the ability to serve students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities, and orientations. Therefore, we seek applicants who demonstrate they understand the benefits of diversity in a higher education community. Consideration will be given to equity-minded individuals committed to collaborating with faculty, staff, administration, students, and community partners who are also committed to closing equity gaps. You belong here. See why you will love working at NWTC.

Department: General Studies

Reports To: Supervisor, Science Lab

LOCATION: Green Bay

STANDARD HOURS: 10 Hours per week. June 7th, 2024 - August 2nd, 2024. Wednesday's 12:30-3:30pm AND Friday's 8:30am-3:30pm

MINIMUM STARTING RATE OF PAY: $15.00 per hour

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the guidance of the principal investigator (PI) students will be immersed in an undergraduate research experience where they plan, design, and execute experiments. The experiments will assist the PI with gathering data for eventual publication. The students will be trained in various laboratory techniques including cell biology, molecular biology, and virology.

• Under the direction of the Biology faculty member, the NWTC student research intern will be responsible for utilizing laboratory skills to plan, design, and execute experiments related to the virology project listed below.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the functions identified in the job description.

Essential Functions Statement(s)

• Keep an accurate scientific notebook per the requirements of the lab
• Execute protocols according to procedure
• Design experiments with relevant controls
• Utilize safety training according to OSHA and lab regulations
• Assist with planning experimentation via weekly lab meetings
• Clean-up and maintenance of the laboratory setting including but not limited to: cleaning glassware and equipment; returning equipment and supplies to their storage location(s) prior to leaving the laboratory; communicating if/what additional cleaning requirements exist to the PI.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Competency Statements (s)

• Values - Demonstrate behaviors and action that support the College's values - Customer Focus, Everyone Has Worth, Passion and Inspiration, Collaboration, Emotional Intelligence, Results and Accountability, Valuing Talent and Well Being, and Ethics.
• Student Success - Demonstrate behaviors and actions that support student recruitment, retention, and student success initiatives.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• For Laboratory Science Technology (LST) admitted students: Must complete, with a C or better, minimum of 3 science (instructional area of 806 or 506) courses within the LST curriculum prior to enrolling in your summer laboratory internship experience course.
• For non-LST admitted students: Completion of 3 science courses (instructional area of 806).
• Documentation skills
• Ability to follow detailed directions
• Critical thinking skills
• Curious attitude with a good work ethic
• Willingness to adapt to changing environment

Cultural Competence: Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and sensitivity to and understanding of a diverse community of college students, faculty, and staff.

*NWTC welcomes candidates who currently possess the desired skills and experience and are committed to learning and growing.

Other Important Information

Students admitted to the Laboratory Science Technology (LST) program must enroll in:

• Laboratory Intern Experience 10-506-137, class #51515 to receive credit for your program's internship requirement.
• Laboratory Science Technology students must complete the online activities and discussion boards of the one-credit online course.

Students not admitted to the Laboratory Science Technology program, must enroll in:

• Laboratory Science Experience 10-506-139, class # 51516 This is a one-credit course and is not eligible for financial aid.
• Students in this course are not required to complete the online activities and discussion boards.
• Should a student be admitted to the LST program at a future time, this course cannot be utilized for the LST internship experience program requirement.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

N - Not Applicable

O - Occasionally - up to 33 percent of the time or 0 to 2.5 hours per day

F - Frequently - 33 to 66 percent of the time or 2.5 - 5.5 hours per day

C - Constantly - more than 66 percent of the time or more than 5.5 hours per day

Physical Demands

Lift/Carry

Stand

O (Occasionally)

10 lbs or less

F (Frequently)

Walk

F (Frequently)

11-20 lbs

O (Occasionally)

Sit

F (Frequently)

21-50 lbs

O (Occasionally)

Handling / Fingering

F (Frequently)

51-100 lbs

N (Not Applicable)

Reach Outward

F (Frequently)

Over 100 lbs

Choose an item.

Reach Above Shoulder

O (Occasionally)

Push/Pull

Climb

N (Not Applicable)

12 lbs or less

O (Occasionally)

Crawl

N (Not Applicable)

13-25 lbs

O (Occasionally)

Squat or Kneel

O (Occasionally)

26-40 lbs

O (Occasionally)

Bend

O (Occasionally)

41-100 lbs

N (Not Applicable)

The College has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the College reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the College may deem appropriate.

We strive to accommodate any individual who requires adjustments to ensure a fair and equal employment process. If you require specific accommodations during the application and/or screening process due to a disability or other reasons, please contact Talent and Culture at talentandculture@nwtc.edu or 920-498-6286.

Northeast Wisconsin Technical College does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Talent and Culture.

NWTC does not discriminate on the basis of political affiliation, age, race, creed, marital status, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic testing or other applicable legislated categories, ("each a protected class"). Inquiries regarding the College's nondiscrimination policies may be directed to the Vice President for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at (920) 498-6826 or equity@nwtc.edu.

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