Lab Assistant, BIOL - Parichy Lab - Federal Work-Study (Student Wage)

University of VirginiaCharlottesville, VA
Onsite

About The Position

The Parichy lab is seeking part-time assistants to perform routine tasks in molecular biology and animal facilities. Responsibilities include solution preparation, plate pouring, sterilization, organization, inventory, and care and feeding of zebrafish for developmental genetic and evolutionary studies. This entry-level position offers opportunities for professional skills development and assisting with ongoing research projects such as mutant screens, CRISPR gene perturbation, PCR, and molecular cloning. Hours are flexible around course schedules.

Requirements

  • Current UVA student with Federal Work Study Eligibility
  • Resume required
  • No prior experience required

Responsibilities

  • Solution preparation
  • Plate pouring
  • Sterilization
  • Organization and inventory
  • Care and feeding of tropical fish (zebrafish and related species)
  • Assisting with ongoing research projects
  • Mutant screens
  • Gene perturbation by CRISPR methods
  • PCR and molecular cloning
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