Lab Assistant - Dhasarathy Lab

University of North Dakota • Grand Forks, ND

17d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a part-time, non-benefited position. Only UND students are eligible to be hired in this position. Our lab studies how cells behave in three-dimensional environments that better mimic native bone and joint tissue. We use 3D culture systems — including hydrogels, scaffolds, spheroids/organoids — to investigate how chondrocytes, endothelial, and synovial cells respond to biochemical and mechanical cues. We are looking for a motivated undergraduate to join the team and contribute directly to ongoing experiments.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled undergraduate student at UND
• Completed coursework in cell biology, genetics, general chemistry, analytical chemistry
• Reliable, detail-oriented, and comfortable following precise protocols
• Able to commit to a consistent weekly schedule
• Prior wet-lab or cell culture experience
• Familiarity with basic microscopy or image analysis software
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

Responsibilities

• Maintain sterile cell culture technique for primary and/or immortalized cell lines
• Prepare 3D cultures
• Perform routine cell culture tasks: feeding, passaging, viability assays
• Assist with sample collection and downstream analyses (e.g., immunostaining, qPCR, microscopy)
• Record detailed, accurate notes in lab notebooks and shared data files
• Attend and participate in weekly lab meetings
• Follow all lab safety protocols and institutional biosafety guidelines

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed