Student Lab Assistant - Fan Lab
Apply now(opens in a new window) Job No: 25369 Division/Organization: Morgridge Institute for Research Department: Metabolism Job Type: Local Student Jobs Remote Eligbility: Not Remote Location: 330 North Orchard Street Madison, WI 53715 (on bus line)Salary/Wage Range or Lump Sum: $15.00 to $15.00 Job Categories: Nonprofit/Community-Based Organization
Department Overview:
The Organization:
The Morgridge Institute for Research is a private, nonprofit research institute dedicated to improving human health through interdisciplinary biomedical research, in partnership with the University of Wisconsin-Madison. For additional information please visit: www.morgridge.org
Anticipated Start Date
1/2/25
Anticipated Hours Per Week
15
Schedule:
We are looking for a student who can start by January and is willing to work in the lab for 1 year or more. The workload will be up to 15 hours a week. Hours are flexible but should consist of approximately 3-4 shifts spread throughout the week during normal working hours (~8-6 PM). There is also a potential for independent study for students who show initiative and work well in this position.
Salary/Wage Range:
Hourly $15.00 to $15.00
Number Of Positions
1
Position Summary/Job Duties:
The Morgridge Institute for Research seeks a Student Lab Assistant to work in Dr. Jing Fan’s Metabolism lab.
Responsibilities include:
Sterilizing lab equipment
Cleaning dishes and autoclaving waste
Prepare media and solutions
Animal husbandry, maintaining mice colony
Genotyping mouse colony (PCR and gel electrophoresis)
Keep track of supplies
Assist with experiments
Perform other related duties as assigned
We are looking for a student who can start by January and is willing to work in the lab for 1 year or more. The workload will be up to 15 hours a week. Hours are flexible but should consist of approximately 3-4 shifts spread throughout the week during normal working hours (~8-6 PM). There is also a potential for independent study for students who show initiative and work well in this position.
Qualifications:
Ideal candidates will be working towards a bachelor's degree with a science focus. Prior knowledge and experience with lab equipment or animal husbandry is preferred, but not required (candidates will be trained for the tasks). Candidates must be detail-oriented, demonstrate the ability to communicate and collaborate effectively and they must be able to multitask and work in a timely manner.
To Apply:
Qualified individuals interested in this opportunity are required to submit one document that contains cover letter, resume/CV highlighting relevant coursework and techniques and a current course schedule. Materials must be submitted online via our career portal at: https://morgridge.org/careers/
The Morgridge Institute for Research promotes and supports a diverse and inclusive environment.
Qualifications:
Ideal candidates will be working towards a bachelor's degree with a science focus. Prior knowledge and experience with lab equipment or animal husbandry is preferred, but not required (candidates will be trained for the tasks). Candidates must be detail-oriented, demonstrate the ability to communicate and collaborate effectively and they must be able to multitask and work in a timely manner.
Physical Demands
Work is normally performed in a typical office environment. No or very limited physical effort is required. No or very limited exposure to physical risk.
Application Instructions:
Qualified individuals interested in this opportunity are required to submit one document that contains cover letter, resume/CV highlighting relevant coursework and techniques and a current course schedule. Materials must be submitted online via our career portal at: https://morgridge.org/careers/
Contact:
Org: Morgridge Institute for Researchhttps://morgridge.org/ jpatrick@morgridge.org
Advertised: December 05, 2024 05:00 AM Applications close: January 05, 2025 05:00 AM
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