Research Aide

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Job Title:
Research Aide

Department:
Arts and Sciences | Microbiology Administration

The candidate will assist with laboratory experiments related to fungal natural product drug discovery and characterization at the direction of their supervisor. Under guidance from the PI, the candidate will assist with experiments including cultivation of microbial strains, basic molecular biology, or metabolite analysis and isolation. The Research Aide will rely upon guidance and training from their supervisor with limited opportunity to exercise their own discretion. The candidate will also provide data entry of timely summaries of results and contribute to maintaining safety and equipment of the laboratory.

Required: High School graduate.

Desired: Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Molecular Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biological Sciences, or related field.  Demonstrated mastery of general laboratory techniques in one more area such as molecular biology, microbiology, or analytical chemistry.

Additional Information:

In addition to the application a resume (or CV) listing contact information of two professional references is required.  For applicants that recently graduated from college (within the last 3 years), a transcript may be requested as part of the interview process.

The Department of Microbiology, within the College of Arts and Sciences, seeks a Research Technician to join the laboratory of Dr. Kou-San Ju.  We are an interdisciplinary research group that studies the biological chemistry of microorganisms. The College of Arts and Sciences is the largest college and the academic heart of the university. The College hosts 81 majors. With 38 departments, 20+ world-class research centers, and more than 2,000 faculty and staff members, students have the unique opportunity to study with the best artists, scholars, and scientists in their field.  The College values diversity and offers a supportive, open, and inclusive community.

This position has a hiring range of $15.00-$19.43. The offer for this position will fall within this range based on internal equity, unit's available budget, and the candidate's qualifications.

Location:
Aronoff Laboratory (0131)

Position Type:
Term (Fixed Term)

Scheduled Hours:
40

Shift:
First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check.  A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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