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Equity Packaging, Inc.

Lab Analyst

East Hanover, NJ · On-site

East Hanover, NJ This role will focus: on assisting with various lab tasks, including sample management, shipping, safety compliance, and general lab upkeep. The ideal candidate will be detail ...

Equity Packaging

East Hanover, NJ This role will focus: on assisting with various lab tasks, including sample management, shipping, safety compliance, and general lab upkeep. The ideal candidate will be detail ...

University of New Mexico

Lab Aide

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$14.75 - $20.25/hr

... General lab maintenance, perform experiments Minimum Qualifications Equivalencies not found for this position Preferred Qualifications List the preferred qualifications within this text box.

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Research Technician I (part-time) - Taylor Lab

Research Technician I (part-time) - Taylor Lab

DONALD DANFORTH PLANT SCIENCE CENTER

Saint Louis, MO

$17.75 - $23.75/hr

Part-time

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

The Taylor lab is seeking a Part-Time (20-24 hours/week) research technician to work with the plant tissue culture and molecular biology teams to develop enhanced genetic transformation systems for cassava.  The candidate will be responsible for general lab duties such as media preparation, providing assistance with the tissue culture, molecular laboratory and greenhouse-based research.  The individual should have a basic understanding of sterile techniques and be able to maintain a clean and organized work environment.  Preference will be given to candidates who have working knowledge in plant tissue culture.  Candidate must be able to operate successfully in team environments to deliver results in a timely manner.  

Responsibilities:

  • General lab duties
  • Preparation of chemical stock solutions
  • Preparation of sterile media
  • Plant Micropropagation
  • Transfer of plantlets to soil for greenhouse studies

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities:

  • Good communicator with ability to work within a team
  • Maintain clean and organized work environment
  • General and maintain clear and accurate records of work undertaken
  • Attention to detail and strong communication skills
  • Live the Danforth Center values:  Collaboration, Diversity & Inclusion, Innovation, Integrity & Respect, Environmental Sustainability, and Stewardship

Qualifications:

  • Required - Associate's degree in science-related discipline; Preferred - Bachelor's degree with a focus on biological sciences

Submission:

  • Applicants should provide a current CV with a cover letter that includes a statement of interest in the position
  • Provide contact information for at least two individuals who can serve as references

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