Genetics Research Technician
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Job Location:
Stevens Point, WI - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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Compensation
Compensation: $15 / hour
Hours
5 to 20 hours/week. Scheduling is flexible so long as notification is provided in advance for planning purposes.
Job Description
The Molecular Conservation Genetics Laboratory (MCGL) is looking for one or more motivated undergraduate research assistants to help with laboratory tasks. Primary duties will be assigned based on prior qualifications (see below) and opportunities to advance will be provided contingent upon demonstrated ability and performance. The ideal applicant will show common sense critical thinking skills attention to detail and the ability to carefully follow protocols. Preferred qualifications include a background in algebra organic chemistry and/or molecular biology as well as experience keeping a laboratory notebook.
Start date: February 23rd 2026
End date: May 24th 2026 with the possibility of extension into the summer depending on project availability and the assistants qualification level at that time. Extensions will be considered only upon request; extensions will not be granted automatically.
Required Qualifications
Students applying for this position must pass a Criminal Background Check.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred qualifications include a background in algebra organic chemistry and/or molecular biology as well as experience keeping a laboratory notebook.
Example qualification levels:
Introductory: no prior chemical laboratory experience successful completion of one year of introductory biology or chemistry. Example tasks: creation of genetic sampling kits data entry organization and maintenance of museum archive database management and preparation of tissue samples for DNA extraction
Intermediate: experience working in a chemical laboratory or successful completion of one or more post-introductory-level courses with a laboratory component that required keeping of a laboratory notebook. Example tasks: chelex-based DNA extractions running agarose electrophoresis gels assessing DNA concentrations via fluorometric assays
Advanced: experience using standard chemical equipment such as pipettes graduated cylinders and/or centrifuges successful completion of one or more courses in organic chemistry and/or molecular biology (or equivalent). Example tasks: preparing extracted DNA for Illumina sequencing via genotyping-by-thousands (GT-seq) methods conducting quantitative PCR (qPCR) assays designing and conducting experiments to troubleshoot new assays
Supplement Application Requirements
Please submit a resume and a brief cover letter (one page maximum). References are preferred.
Contact Information
For questions contact Amy Springer at
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Special Notes:
Through the discovery and dissemination of knowledge UW-Stevens Point stimulates intellectual growth provides a liberal education and prepares students for a diverse sustainable world. The university is committed to creating a safe inclusive learning community for all faculty and staff from a variety of backgrounds. Visit for more information about UW-Stevens Point. To learn about the Stevens Point (aka Point) area fun jobs housing education quality of life and bragging rights visit .
Individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should contact Human Resources and Affirmative Action at or
The safety and success of students faculty and staff at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is paramount. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act requires the distribution of an annual security report to all current and prospective students faculty and staff. You may obtain the complete report at University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
An offer of employment will require a criminal background check and authorization to work within the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age pregnancy disability status as a protected veteran or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds perspectives and skills and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Laboratory Experience
- Spss
- Data Collection
- DNA Isolation
- Stata
- Biochemistry
- Qualitative Research Interviewing
- Research Experience
- Statistical Software
- Molecular Biology
- Research Laboratory Experience
- Western Blot
