Laboratory Technician

Position Details

Position Information

Banner Position Number R10825 Position Title Laboratory Technician Classification Title MURC-Biological Scientists Department SOM-BioMedical Science - RC5130 Job Description

Position Overview

The Xu Lab, in the Department of Biomedical Sciences at Marshall University's Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine, is seeking a part-time technician. The primary objective of this position is to construct genetic mutants of Streptococcus pyogenes.

Key Responsibilities

Mutant Construction: Design and generate targeted gene mutations in streptococcal strains.

• Molecular Cloning: Perform PCR, restriction cloning, plasmid purification, and gel electrophoresis.
• Bacterial Transformation: Introduce recombinant DNA into bacteria using electroporation or chemical competence.
• Strain Verification: Validate mutant strains using screening PCR and DNA sequencing data analysis.
• Inventory Tracking: Maintain clean records of primers, plasmids, and newly created glycerol stocks.

Location MUSOM - Marshall University School of Medicine Salary Range Salary is commensurate with experience and internal equity

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelors Degree in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or a related biomedical field

Experience

• Experience: Prior hands-on experience with molecular cloning protocols is highly preferred.
• Core Skills: Proficiency in aseptic technique, bacterial culturing, and standard PCR assays.
• Attributes: Strong attention to experimental detail and reliable data documentation habits.

Preferred Qualifications

Education Experience

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number MR0862 Open Date 05/21/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions Summary

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have a Bachelors Degree in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or a related biomedical field?
• Yes
• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents