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Technical Aide

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Work type: Support Staff
Pay Grade: 00
Major Administrative Unit / College: College Of Agriculture And Nat Resources
Department: Fisheries And Wildlife 10002344
Sub Area: CT- Clerical Tech.
Salary: Pay Commensurate with Experience
Location: East Lansing
Categories: Temporary

Position Summary(Basic Job Function)

This is a temporary or an on-call position. Provides technical support. Responsibilities may include computer programming or operations; research support; medical patient care; technical equipment maintenance, repair, fabrication or operation; or other technical support functions.

Unit Position Summary

We are seeking a motivated  research technician to assist with ongoing research projects involving sea lamprey and zebrafish at Michigan State University. The research focuses on genome editing, primordial germ cell development, reproductive biology, and tissue regeneration. The technician will assist with maintaining laboratory animals, collecting and processing tissue samples, performing molecular biology experiments, and supporting ongoing research activities. The position will also provide opportunities to gain hands-on experience in genomics and developmental biology. 

Desired Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, or a related field.  

  • Experience or strong interest in molecular biology, genetics, developmental biology, or genomics.  

  • Basic laboratory skills, including DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, and tissue preparation.  

  • Experience working with zebrafish or other aquatic organisms is preferred but not required.  

  • Interest in genome editing, CRISPR/Cas9, and reproductive biology.  

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

Cover Letter, Resume

Work Hours

STANDARD 8-5

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Applications close: Eastern Daylight Time

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