Perform experimental and animal research in Biosafety Level 2 or 3 laboratories under supervision.
Perform basic cell and molecular biology experiments including growing bacterial and mammalian cultures, cloning, as well as performing genetic manipulations, microscopy, biochemistry, and purification of proteins.Â
Perform data collection and data analysis.
Collaborate and communicate with other laboratory members.
Write concise research notes and reports.
Maintains technical and administrative support for a research project.
Analyzes and maintains data and/or specimens. Conducts literature reviews. Assists with preparation of reports, manuscripts and other documents.
Installs, sets up and performs experiments; interacting with students and other laboratory staff under the direction of the principal investigator.
Performs other related work as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Bachelorâ™s degree in science.
Experience:
Working experience in one of the following ï¬elds: molecular biology, biochemistry, cell biology, immunology, or microbiology.
Experience in a research lab.
Knowledge of molecular biology, biochemistry, cell biology, immunology, and microbiology.
Knowledge of computers, including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Working Conditions
Wet laboratory and animal laboratory.
Application Documents
Resume (required)
Cover Letter (preferred)
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