Research Assistant – Qin Lab (Work-Study)

 Essential Functions

• Make stocks of media, buffers, LB plates 
• Make competent bacteria stocks 
• Help others with cloning; Mini and midi preps 
• Wash and autoclave bottles, autoclave media 
• Maintain mammalian cell lines; plate cells for upcoming experiments 
• Perform sensor screening assays        

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Possess knowledge of cell biology and/or molecular biology and/or biochemistry.   

Required Qualifications

• The successful candidate will major in Biology or Chemistry.
•  Applicants do not need previous lab experience.
• Current DU undergraduate or graduate student enrolled for the 2023-2024 academic year.
• This position is a work-study job, which requires eligibility through the Financial Aid Office. 

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 year commitment expected 

Working Environment

• Standard lab environment. 
• Unexpected interruptions occur often, and stress level is moderate to high. 
• Noise level is quiet to moderate. 

Physical Activities

• Occasionally required to move about the office/campus with the capability of transporting objects up to 20 lbs.
• Clean & maintain lab equipment. 

Benefits & Compensation

This position is eligible for a federal work-study, which requires eligibility through the Financial Aid Office. Students will be paid $18.50/hr with the opportunity for yearly increases, dependent on performance.

In compliance with Colorado’s Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA), non-benefited employees accrue one hour of paid leave for every 30 hours worked up to a maximum of 48 hours per year.