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60% - Research and Projects
- The successful applicant will work directly with Dr. Zhou on a scientific research project with an end goal of publication. This project will involve DNA isolation from frog embryos and subsequent analysis for genome sequencing, as well as some molecular biology techniques including western blot analysis, molecular cloning and protein expression and purification.
- The successful applicant will work as part of a team to keep the lab clean and organized. These duties will include ordering, organizing, making stock solutions (e.g. buffers), keeping electronic inventory, autoclaving/cleaning glass and plastic-ware, and general lab upkeep (including cleaning).
- The successful applicant will work as part of a team to keep maintain the health of the frog colonies. These duties will include feeding frogs, cleaning frog tanks and testing water quality. These duties may involve some minimal work on the weekend (15-20 minutes on either Saturday or Sunday).