Undergraduate Research Assistant - Genetics Laboratory School of Veterinary Medicine

Why consider this job opportunity

• Salary of $14.50/hour
• Opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in a laboratory setting
• Develop skills in basic laboratory techniques such as PCR and DNA isolation
• Collaborative work environment with strong communication across teams
• Chance to contribute to research and outreach in the veterinary field

• Collect and process tissue samples
• Maintain cell cultures and perform basic cellular and molecular biology tasks
• Conduct email and phone correspondence with pet owners
• Enter data and assist in participant recruitment
• Maintain the laboratory's website and social media outlets

• Must be an undergraduate student interested in science, biology, or bioinformatics
• Comfortable with basic laboratory techniques including PCR and DNA isolation
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and willing to learn additional software programs
• Strong communication skills for team collaboration and public interaction
• Prior laboratory experience is preferred

• Familiarity with Microsoft Illustrator or similar software
• Experience in a laboratory setting or related coursework

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