Research Technician
About The Position
The Hauf Lab at Virginia Tech (www.hauflab.org) is looking for a 1500-hr wage research technician to help with cloning and yeast strain construction for all our projects. Our lab studies gene expression regulation that is important to properly execute the cell cycle. This position is restricted to 6 - 12 months, and is ideal for someone who seeks additional training and experience in laboratory techniques before moving on to graduate school or an industry position. The minimum time commitment will be 15 hours/week. This is a great opportunity to participate in cutting-edge molecular cell biology research and be an integral member of an enthusiastic team.
Requirements
- Experience in a molecular cell biology laboratory outside of courses
- Hands-on experience with basic molecular biology techniques such as PCR and cloning
- Knowledge of proper laboratory procedures
- Experience with documenting experiments and keeping a lab book
- Excellent organization and record-keeping skills
Nice To Haves
- B.Sc. degree in biology or a related discipline
- Experience in designing molecular biology experiments (primer design, cloning strategies)
- Experience with DNA sequence software (SnapGene, Benchling, Lasergene, or equivalent)
Responsibilities
- Help with cloning and yeast strain construction for all lab projects
Benefits
- professional development opportunities
- university shared governance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
