Lab Technician Student Worker: Tick-Borne Disease Research

Laboratory Technician Student Worker The Dr. Jane Huffman Wildlife Genetics Institute is seeking studentworkers in our vector borne disease laboratory, testing ticks submitted to thelaboratory for disease agents, traveling to field sites to collect ticks andidentification of ticks. This is a unique opportunity to support research onvector borne disease. The candidate will perform a variety of functions in supportof the research group. Primary duties will involve projects that are focused onthe evaluation of RNA/DNA, handling, identifying, and storing samples and assistingwith qPCR sample testing. The student work will also be responsible forcleaning and calibrating equipment, measuring compounds and preparing solutionsfor use. Responsibilities Adherence to laboratory safety procedures and Standards of Practice are essential. Clean and calibrate scientific equipment. Assist Laboratory Technicians with carrying out tests using scientific techniques, such as DNA extractions, polymerase chain reaction and gel electrophoresis. Inputting data into computer programs.. Analyzing and interpreting data. Identifying and testing ticks for various tick-borne pathogens. Required Skills Understanding of DNA extraction and Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) is preferred. Successful candidates will be self-motivated, organized, independent, and eager to learn a breadth of techniques. Occasional evening and/or weekend work will be required. Must have excellent critical thinking, problem solving, verbal and written skills, deductive reasoning and highly perceptive and detail-oriented. Successful candidate must work well in small and large groups. Current ESU studentpursuing a bachelors or graduate degree in biological sciences, or related degree, with an overall GPA of 3.0 or higher. Hours: 20 hours a week Pay: $12.00 per hour Employment Eligibility & University Commitment Must be at least 18 years old and be able to read and write English. Employment with ESU is contingent on the selected candidate passing a thorough background check that includes: FBI fingerprinting, PA Child Abuse, and employment. We are proud ESU is an equal opportunity employer. For more information on President Long's 10-point plan, click here: #J-18808-Ljbffr