Laboratory Research Assistant I
About The Position
This position will work with Dr. Ryan Gray in his Lab. The role requires skills and knowledge for performing various technical lab duties in the operation and maintenance of an experimental lab and research project. The assistant will be responsible for performing technical lab duties under supervising staff and faculty member. Experience with standard lab experiments including PCR genotyping is required. The role involves collecting and recording data, performing mathematical tasks involved in making media and summarizing results, and preparing reagents and culture media. Related administrative duties are also required.
Requirements
- Experience with zebrafish handling and PCR genotyping is required.
- Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with histology and cloning is desired.
Responsibilities
- Zebrafish husbandry, assisting in the maintenance and daily upkeep of a zebrafish facility, and providing support for laboratory experiments
- Perform or oversees general lab duties and lab stocking duties (stocking reagents, autoclaving, dishes, making solutions)
- Training for other lab skills and administrative duties (i.e. safety and EH&S pickup)
Benefits
- Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
