Laboratory Assistant

Requisition ID	req28982
Working Title	Laboratory Assistant
Pay	$14.25 Hourly
Campus	Main - Albuquerque, NM
Department	AS Biology General Administrative (048F)
Employment Type	Student Employment
Student Type
Status	Non-Exempt
Background Check Required	No
For Best Consideration Date	4/8/2024
Position Summary	Student research assistant will be responsible for conducting laboratory tasks including isolating DNA from freshwater fish tissue samples, preparing reagents, conducting PCR, DNA sequencing and other routine lab tasks.
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications	Seeking a degree in Biology Able to work 15-20 hours a week Interest in conservation biology and genetics Be able to work independently once trained High level of motivation. Ability to keep and maintain accurate laboratory records. Laboratory experience is preferred but not essential
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