Asepsis, Assays, Bacteria, Biochemistry, Biology, Biomedicine, Cloning, Construction, DNA, DNA Sequencing, Data Analysis, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Inventory Management, Laboratory, Medicine, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR), Record Keeping
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Position Information
Banner Position Number R10825 Position Title Laboratory Technician Classification Title MURC-Biological Scientists Department SOM-BioMedical Science - RC5130 Job Description
Position Overview
The Xu Lab, in the Department of Biomedical Sciences at Marshall University's Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine, is seeking a part-time technician. The primary objective of this position is to construct genetic mutants of Streptococcus pyogenes.
Key Responsibilities
Mutant Construction: Design and generate targeted gene mutations in streptococcal strains.
- Molecular Cloning: Perform PCR, restriction cloning, plasmid purification, and gel electrophoresis.
- Bacterial Transformation: Introduce recombinant DNA into bacteria using electroporation or chemical competence.
- Strain Verification: Validate mutant strains using screening PCR and DNA sequencing data analysis.
- Inventory Tracking: Maintain clean records of primers, plasmids, and newly created glycerol stocks.
Location MUSOM - Marshall University School of Medicine Salary Range Salary is commensurate with experience and internal equity
Required Qualifications
Education
- Bachelors Degree in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or a related biomedical field
Experience
- Experience: Prior hands-on experience with molecular cloning protocols is highly preferred.
- Core Skills: Proficiency in aseptic technique, bacterial culturing, and standard PCR assays.
- Attributes: Strong attention to experimental detail and reliable data documentation habits.
Preferred Qualifications
Education Experience
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number MR0862 Open Date 05/21/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions Summary
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- Do you have a Bachelors Degree in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or a related biomedical field?
- Yes
- No
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