RESEARCH ASST I - Biochemical Characterization (Student/Work Study)

University Of Michigan; Flint (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite position

Student work-study program

Job summary

University of Michigan–Flint seeks an enthusiastic Research Assistant I (Student/Work Study) to support biochemical characterization experiments in the lab. You will tend mammalian cell cultures, assist with setup, data analysis, and maintain careful lab notebooks.

The role offers onsite, part-time work with supervision by Dr. Jessica Kelts. A strong foundation in organic chemistry and biochemistry, plus willingness to learn biosafety procedures, is required.

Qualifications

• Must be a currently enrolled UM-Flint undergraduate student.
• Successful completion and understanding of organic chemistry I & II (330 & 332).
• Successful completion and understanding of biochemistry (at least CHM 350 or CHM 450).

Responsibilities

• Assist with setting up biochemical experiments and data interpretation.
• Handle/ work with mammalian cancer cells and reagents.
• Maintain a neat, up-to-date lab notebook and follow safety procedures.
• Carefully follow biosafety level 2 procedures and safety rules.

Skills

Teamwork

Lab safety

Data analysis

Education

UM-Flint undergraduate student

Organic Chemistry I & II (330 & 332)

Biochemistry (CHM 350 or CHM 450)

Tools

GraphPad Prism

Microsoft Excel

Job description

RESEARCH ASST I - Biochemical Characterization (Student/Work Study)

Undergraduate researchers will work weekly schedules with times based upon the needs for the lab. Undergraduate researchers are responsible for tending mammalian cell cultures, setting up experiments, finishing experiments, processing and analyzing data, following biosafety level 2 laboratory procedures, and maintaining a clean, safe lab. They may also be required to perform other routine laboratory tasks such as making or testing reagents, setting up and testing instrumentation or equipment. The undergraduate researchers are expected to be friendly and approachable to all members working in the lab space, and to work safely.

Undergraduate researchers in this position will work under the supervision of Dr. Jessica Kelts.

Responsibilities*

• Assist with setting up biochemical experiments, finishing those experiments, graphing and analysis of data, and data interpretation.
  • Handling/working with mammalian cancer cells
  • Handling/ working with reagents, solvents, and chemicals
  • Occasional group meetings to discuss project progress
• Be prepared and excited to work in lab on the days research will be completed
• Maintain a neat, up to date lab notebook
• Complete all required safety training and renew training on the required schedule
• Work under biosafety level 2 procedures and responsibilities
• Know locations and appropriate usage of all safety equipment
• Follow all departmental safety rules
• Ensure good housekeeping in the lab by doing the following:
  • Cleaning up after themselves
  • Making sure all reagents and chemicals are put away
  • Washing dishes as they are used
  • Return materials to their assigned location
  • Wiping down benchtops/hoods
  • Cleaning the biosafety cabinets and other work areas after use

Required Qualifications*

• Must be a currently enrolled UM-Flint undergraduate student
• Successful completion and understanding of organic chemistry I & II (330 & 332)
• Successful completion and understanding of biochemistry (at least CHM 350 or CHM 450)

Desired Qualifications*

• Ability to work well with others
• Ability to use Microsoft Excel and GraphPad Prism or learn to do so

Modes of Work

Onsite The work requires, or the supervisor approves a fully onsite presence. Onsite is defined as a designated U-M owned or leased work location within or outside of the State of Michigan

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes .

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Application Deadline

Temp job openings are posted for a minimum of three calendar days.The review and selection process maybegin as early as the fourth day after posting.Thisopening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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