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University of Minnesota; Saint Paul (MN); Presencial; USD 17.000 - 25.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

The University of Minnesota lab seeks motivated undergraduate students to join and gain hands-on research experience in fungal pathogen studies. No prior lab experience required; duties include preparing media, sterile culture, and basic molecular biology tasks such as DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, and gel electrophoresis.

Working 5-10 hours weekly, students gain hands-on training, mentorship, and exposure to the full research workflow while supporting proteomics sample preparation and lab operations.

Formación

• Be a registered UMN student and meet the stated educational requirements.
• Willingness to perform sterile culturing and basic molecular biology tasks.
• Coursework in biology, genetics, microbiology, chemistry or related field.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare solutions, buffers, and growth media.
• Culture and maintain fungal and bacterial strains using sterile technique.
• Assist with molecular biology work: DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, gel electrophoresis, cloning, and transformation.
• Support protein and proteomics sample preparation and lab operations.
• Commit to 5-10 hours per week during the semester.

Conocimientos

Molecular biology basics

Sterile technique

DNA/RNA extraction

PCR

Gel electrophoresis

Cloning

Transformation

Laboratory safety

Educación

Registered UMN student

High school diploma or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

About the Job

Duties: Our lab studies fungal plant pathogens using molecular genetics, genomics, and proteomics approaches, and we are looking for motivated undergraduates to join our team and gain hands-on research experience. No prior lab experience is required! In this role, you will prepare solutions, buffers, and growth media, culture and maintain fungal and bacterial strains using sterile technique, and assist with molecular biology work such as DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, gel electrophoresis, cloning, and transformation. You will also support protein and proteomics sample preparation, and help keep the lab running smoothly. We are looking for students with coursework in biology, genetics, microbiology, chemistry, or a related field who can commit 5-10 hours per week during the semester. You will gain hands-on training in core molecular biology and microbiology techniques, experience with the full research workflow, and mentorship from lab members.

Qualifications

Required: registered umn student, high school diploma or equivalent

About the Department

Since 1907 the Department of Plant Pathology has had a strong and positive impact on plant health, agricultural development, and ecosystem vitality on local, national, and international scales. https://plpa.cfans.umn.edu/

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $15.25; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Please visit the Office of Student Health Benefits website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

Student workers are eligible to participate in the Student Health Benefit Plan, if they maintain 6 or more eligible course credits within a given semester. The same applies for Undergraduate Students, Graduate Assistants, Residents, Fellows and Interns.

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

About University of Minnesota

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by Forbes as a Best Employer for Company Culture (2026), Best Employer for Women (2023, 2025, 2026), and Best Employer by State (2022-2026). In 2026, we also received Culture Excellence & Industry Awards recognition for employee appreciation and work-life flexibility.