Undergrad Molecular Biology Lab Assistant

University of Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); Presencial; USD 17.000 - 25.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The University of Minnesota lab is seeking motivated undergraduate students to join our team. No prior lab experience is required. You will prepare solutions, buffers, and growth media, culture strains, and assist with molecular biology work such as DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, gel electrophoresis, cloning, and transformation.

You will also support protein/proteomics sample prep and help keep the lab running smoothly, with 5–10 hours per week commitment during the semester.

Formación

• Registered UMN student and eligible to work on campus.
• No prior lab experience required; strong willingness to learn.
• Commit 5–10 hours per week during the semester.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare solutions, buffers, and growth media using sterile technique.
• Culture and maintain fungal and bacterial strains.
• Assist with molecular biology work: DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, gel electrophoresis, cloning, transformation.
• Support protein and proteomics sample preparation and keep the lab running smoothly.

Conocimientos

Molecular biology concepts

Sterile technique

Laboratory safety

Educación

Registered UMN student

High school diploma or equivalent

Herramientas

PCR

Gel electrophoresis

DNA/RNA extraction

Cloning

Transformation

Descripción del empleo

The University of Minnesota lab is seeking motivated undergraduate students to join our team. No prior lab experience is required. You will prepare solutions, buffers, and growth media, culture strains, and assist with molecular biology work such as DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, gel electrophoresis, cloning, and transformation.

You will also support protein/proteomics sample prep and help keep the lab running smoothly, with 5–10 hours per week commitment during the semester.