OPS Aquatic Laboratory Technician

Classification

Title:

OPS Aquatic Laboratory Technician

Job Description:

Responsibilities will include performing nucleic acid purification and PCR, preparing buffers and solutions, assisting in molecular diagnostics, experimental setup and data collection, conducting routine laboratory maintenance and organization, and assisting with general lab tasks, such as ordering supplies and restocking inventory. The ideal candidate will have experience in molecular biology techniques, laboratory safety, aseptic techniques, and an interest in aquatic animal disease research and diagnostics.

The position is temporary (up to 20 hours per week) and compensates between $16/hr and $18/hr interested individuals should send a CV or resumé and the names and contact information for 2-3 references by email to Dr. Kuttichantran Subramaniam in the Department of Infectious Diseases and Immunology (kuttichantran).

Expected Salary:

$16.00 - $18.00 / hourly

Required Qualifications:

* at least 18 years old

* high school diploma or equivalent

Preferred:

Experience in fish husbandry, knowledge of molecular biology techniques, laboratory safety, and aseptic techniques, and an interest in aquatic animal disease research

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Interested individuals should send a CV or resumé and the names and contact information for 2-3 references by email to Dr. Kuttichantran Subramaniam in the Department of Infectious Diseases and Immunology (kuttichantran).

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

This is a time-limited position.

Health Assessment

Required:

Yes