Genetics Research Technician jobs in United States
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Universities of Wisconsin · 20 hours ago

Genetics Research Technician

positionStevens Point, WI
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityNew Grad
money$15/hr - $15/hr

The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is seeking a motivated undergraduate research assistant for the Molecular Conservation Genetics Laboratory. The role involves assisting with laboratory tasks, with responsibilities assigned based on the applicant's qualifications and opportunities for advancement based on performance.

Higher Education

Responsibilities

Help with laboratory tasks
Create genetic sampling kits
Data entry
Organization and maintenance of museum archive
Database management
Preparation of tissue samples for DNA extraction
Chelex-based DNA extractions
Running agarose electrophoresis gels
Assessing DNA concentrations via fluorometric assays
Preparing extracted DNA for Illumina sequencing via genotyping-by-thousands (GT-seq) methods
Conducting quantitative PCR (qPCR) assays
Designing and conducting experiments to troubleshoot new assays

Qualification

Molecular biologyOrganic chemistryLaboratory notebook experienceAlgebraCommon senseAttention to detailCritical thinking

Required

Students applying for this position must pass a Criminal Background Check

Preferred

Preferred qualifications include a background in algebra, organic chemistry, and/or molecular biology, as well as experience keeping a laboratory notebook

Company

Universities of Wisconsin

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13 universities. 1 mission. To make Wisconsin...Future Ready. For All.
dateFounded in 1971
location
Madison, Wisconsin, USA
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
https://www.wisconsin.edu/

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$7M
Key Investors
Alfred P. Sloan Foundation
2019-01-01Grant· $7M

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