Microbiology and Synthetic Biology Technologist; Temporary

Microbiology and Synthetic Biology Technologist (Temporary)

University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Approximately 25% of energy use in the U.S. comes from burning natural gas, the majority of which is produced by methanoarchaea. Our goal is to engineer improved microbial strains for industrial, agricultural, and environmental sustainability uses. The successful candidate will have access to state‑of‑the‑art facilities in the George W. Beadle Center for Genetics Research and acquire experience in synthetic biology, redox biochemistry, anaerobic microbiology, and bioinformatics analyses.

• Design experiments with supervision, consult with the PI on experimental design, carry out experiments, make observations, record and analyze data.
• Summarize and report findings in presentations and project reports for the PI.
• Train undergraduate and rotating graduate students on lab procedures.
• Ensure lab equipment is maintained.
• Maintain university and lab policies.
• Participate in outreach activities.

• Paid time off including vacation and sick leave
• Comprehensive insurance options including health, dental, vision, and life insurance

• Bachelor’s degree in molecular biology, biochemistry, microbiology, chemistry or a related field plus two years' research experience in basic molecular biology (DNA/RNA analysis, PCR, DNA cloning, gel electrophoresis), biochemistry (protein purification, spectroscopy, enzyme assays, HPLC).
• Additional years of completed relevant education may substitute for experience on a year‑for‑year basis.
• Willingness to learn new techniques.

• MS or PhD in relevant field preferred but not required.

• Criminal history background check.

Job Type: Temporary

Advertised Salary: $48,000/yr minimum

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