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University of Michigan · 2 weeks ago

Student Research Assistant - Biological Systematics (TEMP)

positionDearborn, MI
timePart-time
remoteHybrid
seniorityNew Grad

The University of Michigan is seeking a Student Research Assistant to support an NSF grant project focused on the systematics and diversity of Haemosporida in African reptiles. The role involves working in a laboratory environment and performing tasks related to DNA barcoding and data analysis.

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Responsibilities

DNA barcoding techniques (DNA extraction, PCR, gel electrophoresis, amplicon purification)
General laboratory upkeep (racking tips, glassware cleaning, identifying supplies for reorder)
DNA sequence assembly, alignment, and phylogenetic analysis
Geospatial data mapping and analysis

Qualification

Molecular biology techniquesDNA barcodingMEGA softwareArcGIS softwareData analysisLaboratory upkeepGeospatial data mapping

Required

Familiarity with common molecular biology laboratory techniques and software tools, including MEGA and ArcGIS
DNA barcoding techniques (DNA extraction, PCR, gel electrophoresis, amplicon purification)
General laboratory upkeep (racking tips, glassware cleaning, identifying supplies for reorder)
DNA sequence assembly, alignment, and phylogenetic analysis
Geospatial data mapping and analysis

Company

University of Michigan

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The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving, and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.
dateFounded in 1817
location
Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
https://www.umich.edu

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$359.75M
Key Investors
Michigan Economic Development CorporationNational Institutes of HealthBreakthrough T1D
2025-07-17Grant· $1M
2025-06-07Grant· $1.17M
2025-04-23Grant

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Greg McGuire
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Robert Goodspeed
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