Study Lab Assistant: Muscle Biology Lab
Listed on 2026-06-09
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Research/Development
Research Assistant/Associate -
Healthcare
work study lab assistant: muscle biology lab
the muscle biology lab at oakland university is seeking a motivated undergraduate student to join our team as a lab assistant for the fall 2026 / winter 2027 academic year. Our lab uses a variety of molecular biology techniques, including genotyping, pcr, real-time pcr, western blotting, immunohistochemistry, muscle cell culture and animal work. Please note that you must have a federal work-study (fws) award to apply for this position.
primaryresponsibilities
- maintain lab cleanliness and organization
- wash dishes and sterilize tools and materials (autoclaving)
- prepare buffers, reagents, and other materials for experiments
- assist with general animal husbandry and maintenance of the mouse colony
- support graduate students and the pi in routine laboratory experiments
- prior lab experience is a plus but not required
- willingness to work with mice (training provided)
- strong attention to detail, reliability, and a willingness to learn
this is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a biomedical research environment. Hours are flexible based on your class schedule.
important
: you must have applied for the federal work study award previously and should have been notified that you have received the award; if you don't have the award, you will not be considered for the position.
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