Research Assistant – Linseman Lab

University of Denver - DU - Biological Sciences Department

and the job listing Expires on September 30, 2026

• Lab Maintenance:
  Wash glassware, autoclave supplies, prepare common reagents, and stock lab benches.
• Sample/Data Management:
  Organize, label, and log biological samples; accurately enter experimental data into digital spreadsheets or databases.
• Assisting Experiments:
  Help prepare materials for assays under direct supervision. Depending on project needs, this may include tasks like pipetting, gel electrophoresis, or basic cell/microbial culture.
• Lab Safety:
  Comply with all institutional safety and hazardous waste disposal guidelines.
• Meetings:
  Attend bi-weekly lab meetings and communicate findings or challenges clearly with supervisors.

• Excellent attention to detail and clear communication.

• Current DU undergraduate enrolled for the academic year.
• Completed at least BIOL 2120 Cell Structure and Function; neuroscience and chemistry coursework is a plus.

• Ability to follow detailed scientific protocols carefully and record accurate notes.
• Reliability:
  Dependable and able to commit to a consistent weekly schedule of 4-8 hours.
• Prior
  
  Experience:
  
  Prior lab research experience is preferred; however, a strong willingness to learn is more important.
• Working within the Linseman Lab
• Standard office environment.
• Noise level is quiet to moderate.

• Cleaning supplies
• Moving Supplies

• Students will be paid $19.29-$21.00/hr with the opportunity for yearly increases, dependent on performance.
• In compliance with Colorado’s Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA), non-benefited employees accrue one hour of paid leave for every 30 hours worked up to a maximum of 48 hours per weeks.

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