Research Assistant; part-time; Oldroyd Lab

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DONALD DANFORTH PLANT SCIENCE CENTER - St. Louis, MO 63132, Position Type:
Part Time, Education Level: Not Specified, The Oldroyd Lab at the Donald Danforth Plant Science Center is seeking a reliable and organized individual to fill a part-time Research Assistant position. This role is expected to support the lab for 8 hours per week, with a regular schedule of 4 hours on Monday and 4 hours on Wednesday. The primary focus of this position is to assist with routine laboratory support tasks that are essential for maintaining day-to-day research operations.

• Cleaning laboratory materials, glassware, and other items generated from routine media preparation and experiments
• Washing and sterilizing laboratory supplies and equipment
• Supporting general laboratory upkeep to maintain a clean and organized work environment
• Preparing media and stock solutions needed for experiments on an occasional basis
• Assisting with other routine laboratory support tasks as needed

• Ability to carry out routine tasks carefully and consistently
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to maintain a clean and orderly laboratory workspace
• Experience with sterile technique or laboratory media preparation is preferred but not required
• An interest in laboratory research or plant science is preferred but not required
• Live the Danforth Center values:
  Collaboration, Diversity & Innovation, Integrity & Respect, Environmental Sustainability, and Stewardship

• Prior laboratory experience is preferred, but students or trainees with relevant coursework in biology, chemistry, or a related field are encouraged to apply.