Marine Genomics Ecosystem Intern
About The Position
Essential Duties and Responsibilities · Learn and become proficient in phytoplankton culturing · Assist with culture maintenance and experimental design and execution · DNA isolation and quantification · Conduct PCR and gel electrophoresis · Document laboratory procedures following GMGI standards · Assist with field sampling as required Education and Work Experience Requirements: · Basic understanding of molecular biology principles, specifically relating to DNA structure and the central dogma, to support tasks like DNA isolation and PCR · Excellent organizational skills with a focus on data quality and precise documentation. · Demonstrated computer proficiency in word processing and spreadsheet or commitment to learn · Knowledge of general laboratory safety policies and procedures and experience with proper handling of standard laboratory chemicals and reagents · Proactive "self-starting" attitude toward learning new laboratory techniques and troubleshooting experimental challenges as they arise. · Integrity towards scientific research and data quality · Applicants must be authorized to work in the US Other Requirements: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Enthusiasm and commitment to GMGI’s mission for science and education Self-starting, independent, creative thinker with strong problem-solving skills
Requirements
- Basic understanding of molecular biology principles, specifically relating to DNA structure and the central dogma, to support tasks like DNA isolation and PCR
- Excellent organizational skills with a focus on data quality and precise documentation.
- Demonstrated computer proficiency in word processing and spreadsheet or commitment to learn
- Knowledge of general laboratory safety policies and procedures and experience with proper handling of standard laboratory chemicals and reagents
- Proactive "self-starting" attitude toward learning new laboratory techniques and troubleshooting experimental challenges as they arise.
- Integrity towards scientific research and data quality
- Applicants must be authorized to work in the US
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Enthusiasm and commitment to GMGI’s mission for science and education
- Self-starting, independent, creative thinker with strong problem-solving skills
Responsibilities
- Learn and become proficient in phytoplankton culturing
- Assist with culture maintenance and experimental design and execution
- DNA isolation and quantification
- Conduct PCR and gel electrophoresis
- Document laboratory procedures following GMGI standards
- Assist with field sampling as required
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
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