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Research Engineering/Scientist Assistant (Molecular)

UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN

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Job overview

The Research Engineering/Scientist Assistant (Molecular) performs molecular diagnostics, DNA and RNA extractions, sequencing, primer design, PCR optimization, biochemical assays, and specimen preparation. The role also supports research scientists and postdoctoral researchers with molecular and microbial experiments, helps maintain laboratory operations and records, and trains undergraduate students in basic molecular techniques.

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Skills

Molecular DiagnosticsDNA and RNA ExtractionSanger SequencingPrimer DesignPCR OptimizationBiochemical AssaysSpecimen PreparationSequence Data AnalysisGeneiousBLASTMolecular Techniques

Full job description

Perform molecular diagnostics, DNA and RNA extractions, sanger sequencing, primer designs, PCR optimization, biochemical assays and specimen preparation. Organize, align and analyze sequence data using software such as Geneious and Blast. Coordinate closely and assist Res Scientists and Postdoc's with relevant molecular and microbial tasks and experiments. Assist with growing plants, rearing herbivorous insects, and plating microbes.Perform administrative activities. Assist with administrative tasks, workflow planning, data entry, materials and equipment supplies and purchases, chemical inventory. Participate in lab meetings. Maintain records and databases on server. Write protocols and lab manual updates. Organize and curate biological samples.Help improve lab processes, efficiency and safety. Perform quality and safety inspections to meet EHS requirements. Assist in lab maintenance, cleaning and materials preparation. Train undergraduate students in basic molecular techniques.Other related functions as assigned.

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