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Job Title Part-Time Student Lab Assistant Requisition Number DU12485 Department Name 7H667:PEDIATRICS - RESEARCH Work Location Lexington, KY Salary Range $12-$15/hour Type of Position Student Position Time Status Part-Time Required Education Currently enrolled as an undergraduate student in Biology or a related field.  Required Related Experience Previous lab experience is preferred but not required  Required License/Registration/Certification No  Physical Requirements Standing for extended period of times  Shift 2 or 3 days/week, flexible around class schedule Job Summary The Department of Pediatrics Research in the College of Medicine is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented undergraduate biology student to join our team as a Part-Time Lab Assistant. This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a laboratory setting, complementing your academic studies. The schedule is flexible to accommodate your class timetable.

Key responsibilities include:-        Assist in preparing and executing laboratory experiments, including data collection, mouse colony breeding, genotyping (by DNA and RNA extraction and PCR and RTPCR), and analysis.-        Support ongoing research activities by assisting with experiments and maintaining laboratory equipment and supplies.-        Collect, analyze, and record experimental data accurately and efficiently in electronic databases or laboratory notebooks.-        Prepare reagents, solutions, and media for experiments.-        Follow all safety and procedural protocols.-        Assist in literature reviews and research documentation.Provide general support to lab personnel as needed.  Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Basic understanding of laboratory techniques and procedures.  Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Previous lab experience is preferred but not required  Deadline to Apply 10/04/2024 Our University Community

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