Hourly Research Assistant
About The Position
The Henard Laboratory in The BioDiscovery Institute and the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of North Texas is seeking to hire a highly motivated Research Assistant to join our team. The candidate will be expected to perform microbial genetics research investigating non-model, non-pathogenic bacteria. Specifically, the incoming researcher will work on projects aimed at engineering methanotrophic bacteria to maximize product formation from one-carbon substrates. These projects apply molecular and synthetic biology tools and techniques; thus, candidate familiarity with PCR, molecular cloning, site-directed mutagenesis, DNA transformation, and microbial physiology and biochemistry is desired.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Biology or a related discipline
- Experience working with microbes, preferably non-model bacteria
- Analytical chemistry experience (HPLC, GC)
- Proficiency in advanced molecular techniques (qPCR, RTPCR, SDS PAGE, western blotting, DNA sequencing)
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with PCR, molecular cloning, site-directed mutagenesis, DNA transformation, and microbial physiology and biochemistry is desired.
Responsibilities
- Performing experiments and developing experimental protocols in coordination with the PI and other lab members (70%).
- Routine laboratory maintenance, including growth medium preparation, glassware, solutions, and general organization/data management (20%).
- Written and oral communication of scientific results/data, including developing graphical representations. (10%).
Benefits
- For information regarding our Benefits, click here [https://hr.untsystem.edu/benefits/index.php].
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
