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Lab Research Assistant.

Lab Research Assistant.

The University of Texas at ArlingtonBiology
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Part-time
Job description

Job Summary

The Koromila lab is looking for a part-time Lab Research Assistant to support the gene regulatory projects and maintain research supplies. The Lab Research Assistant position will entail ordering and receiving supplies, monitoring research supply stocks, using and maintaining high content imaging equipment, prepare fly media, maintain fly stocks and lab safety protocols, and performs moderate molecular biology and microscopy procedures. Training in fly genetics is preferred. Essential Duties and Responsibilities With close guidance from senior members of the lab and in accordance with guidelines set forth for a particular task, the successful candidate will perform bench level experiments and small projects that support the overall research objective of an integrative experimental and computational lab in a fast paced environment.

Job tasks will include, but are not limited to :

  • Lab support : ordering and inventory of reagents and equipment
  • Drosophila Genetics and Molecular biology : cloning of DNA constructs, DNA and RNA extraction
  • Fluorescence in situ hybridization and microscopy : FISH on fixed samples and imaging by wide field and confocal microscopes

Careful documentation of the experimental procedures and results is essential for all these tasks. The candidate will be involved in addressing technical problems as well as summarizing and presenting the results. Training will be provided as needed.

This position provides an opportunity to play a key part in a new research laboratory at the interface of developmental and computational biology. Working in a state of the art lab at UT Arlington the successful candidate will contribute to developing imaging tools for monitoring cell signaling and differentiation. This position also provides opportunities for the candidate to work directly with the PI to maintain and manage the lab. Training in established techniques will be provided as needed, but the work will require significant independence of day-to-day operations. Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in biology or related field with at least one (1) year of experience in a research laboratory (can include undergraduate research or thesis work). Preferred Qualifications
  • Direct research experience involving molecular or developmental biology.
  • Experience with fluorescence microscopy, including live and fixed embryo and / or cell imaging. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Technical knowledge of molecular biology methods (e.g. molecular cloning, PCR, nucleic acid purification) and cell biology techniques (e.g. cell culture, microscopy).
  • Ability to record and report results with clarity.
  • Persistence, attention to details, and willingness to troubleshoot technical challenges.
  • Motivation to learn and master new methods and techniques.
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with all levels of staff and with external contacts. Other Requirements Working Conditions Special Conditions for Eligibility CBC Requirement It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.