Undergraduate Research Assistant Positions: Joshi Lab
Undergraduate Research Assistant Positions: Joshi Lab
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Title: Undergraduate Research Assistant Positions: Joshi Lab
Position Type: Student
Search Type: External - minimum 7 days
Department: 21R000 - Science Tech Engineering & Math
Division: 2R0000 - Academic Affairs
Position Location: Richmond Campus
Driver Classification: Non-Driver
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Hours Per Week: 10
Additional Schedule Details:Fall 2025
Posted Salary Grade:Minimum $8.00/hour
Contact Person:
Job Summary/Basic Functions
Principal Investigator: Dr. Smita Joshi Department of Biological Sciences
Project Description: Join a funded research project investigating how bioactive compounds could be used to prevent blood clots and treat cardiovascular disease. This is a paid position and an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a biomedical research lab contributing to work that could lead to safer more effective therapies.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist with lab experiments including in vitro platelet assays.
Help with data collection and analysis.
Conduct literature reviews and maintain detailed research records.
Who Were Looking For:
A hard-working curious and detail-oriented team player with a strong interest in biomedical research.
Must have completed at least BIO 111 and BIO 112 preferably a sophomore or junior.
No prior research experience is required; we will provide all necessary training.
Should be available for 910 hours per week with at least one continuous 45-hour block of time available on a single day (Mon-Thurs).
What You Will Gain:
Significant hands-on research experience to strengthen your resume for graduate or medical school.
Skills in data analysis and scientific communication.
Opportunities to present your research findings at scientific conferences and networking with colleagues at other institutions.
How to Apply: Please submit your resume unofficial transcript and a brief statement of interest to Dr. Smita Joshi at In your statement please explain why you are interested in this opportunity.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the positions are filled. We look forward to hearing from you!
Minimum Qualifications
Education:Must be enrolled at EKU
Licensure & Certifications: Key Responsibilities:
Assist with lab experiments including in vitro platelet assays.
Help with data collection and analysis.
Conduct literature reviews and maintain detailed research records.
Who Were Looking For:
A hard-working curious and detail-oriented team player with a strong interest in biomedical research.
Must have completed at least BIO 111 and BIO 112 preferably a sophomore or junior.
No prior research experience is required; we will provide all necessary training.
Should be available for 910 hours per week with at least one continuous 45-hour block of time available on a single day (Mon-Thurs).
Sponsorship:This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Funding Source: Institutional
Open Until Filled: No
EEO Statement
Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over) race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity gender expression pregnancy ethnicity disability national origin veteran status or genetic information in the admission to or participation in any educational program or activity (e.g. athletics academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.
Background Check Statement
Offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.
Employment Type
Student
