Research Lab Technician, Metagenomics & Mouse Resources

University of Missouri-Columbia

Columbia Township (MO)

On-site

USD 17,000 - 24,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

The University of Missouri Metagenomics Center (MUMC) and MU Mutant Mouse Resource and Research Center (MMRRC) are seeking a Research Laboratory Technician. You will provide technical support for sample receipt, handling (BSL-2), DNA extraction and quantification, normalization, plating, and transport to MU Core facilities on the main campus.

Additionally, you will assist with data management, service quotes and invoices, and with animal necropsies and post-mortem sampling as needed.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required.
BA/BS degree preferred for the position.
Familiarity with MS Office (Excel, Outlook) beneficial.
Experience with DNA extraction preferred and beneficial.
Attention to detail and strong interpersonal skills expected.

Responsibilities

Provide technical support for MUMC and MMRRC, including receipt and inventory of samples (BSL-2).
Handle samples including nucleic acid extraction, quantification, normalization, and DNA plating.
Transport materials to MU Core facilities on MU campus; assist with data management.
Prepare and distribute service quotes and invoices; assist with animal necropsies and post-mortem sampling.
Support other procedures as needed.