Description
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Description
The Wells Lab
in the Department of Human Genetics uses stem cell models to study
gene-environment interactions in the developing human brain. The Lab Assistant
II is expected to work independently and as part of the Wells Lab team, with
minimal direct supervision following a training period. An ability to perform multiple,
detail-oriented tasks accurately, reproducibility, and efficiently is
required. Prior experience with cell
culture and/or genomics library preparations is preferred.
Salary Range:
$27.54 – $33.13 Hourly
Qualifications
Required:
- Knowledge of
basic laboratory safety and protocol is highly desirable. - Skilled in working with basic laboratory equipment.
- Ability to communicate clearly and work in a team environment.
- Previous experience working in a laboratory setting.
- Knowledge of lab safety including use of biohazardous and chemical waste.
- Skill in prioritizing assignments to complete work in a timely manner.
- Skill in performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to
another of a different nature. - Must be responsible and able to work independently.
- Willingness to work occasional weekends.
- Hands-on experience with stem cell-derived neural progenitor and neuron
induction techniques. - Hands-on experience with maintaining, expanding, and freezing human stem cell
cultures and neural derivatives. - Hands-on experience testing human cell cultures for mycoplasma contamination.
- Ability to work with multiple cell lines simultaneously.
Preferred:
- BS in Biology or closely related field.