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Position Title: Summer Conservation Genetics Lab Tech
Location: Dept of Fisheries and Wildlife, Natural Resources Building, MSU
Compensation: $15 per hour
Duration: Approximately May 1 - Sept 1 with possible extension into fall semester at <29 hours per week
Application Deadline: Rolling deadline- Applications will be reviewed as they are received.
Position Overview: The Molecular and Evolutionary Ecology (MEER) Lab at Michigan State University is seeking an undergraduate student to fill a full-time (35-40 hrs/week) technical position for the summer. Primary duties will include DNA extraction and quantification, GT-seq library preparation, sample cataloging, and assistance with lab organization and maintenance. The successful applicant will be motivated, ready to learn, organized, and attentive to detail. Prior experience with DNA extraction and PCR is desired. Further extension of the position during the school year as a part-time undergraduate position may be possible given adequate candidate performance and available funding.

Key Responsibilities:

  *   Sample processing

     *   DNA extraction from fish tissues

     *   DNA sequencing library preparations

     *   Fish specimen photographing

  *   General laboratory support

     *   Sample curation

     *   Sample databasing

Qualifications:

·                     Enrollment in an MSU undergraduate program.

·                     Interest in developing laboratory research skills.

·                     Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Application Instructions: Interested candidates should send an email with the subject line “Summer research application” to Assistant Professor Jared Homola at [log in to unmask] and include:

  *   A current resume or CV.

  *   2-3 professional references.

  *   A short email detailing your interest in the position and relevant experience.