Microbiology / Biochemistry Assistant Trainee
General Information
Position Number: 900530
Department or Office: Science Technical Support Services
Level: Level B (Skilled)
Responsibilities
Preparation of media and reagents, culturing bacterial stocks, and general laboratory duties.
Qualifications
Must be reliable, organized, independent, willing to learn, and not afraid to ask questions.
Attention to detail is crucial. Although some basic biology or chemistry experience is preferred, it is not required.
Due to the time and expense required for training, 1st and 2nd year students are preferred.
After a few weeks of initial training, work hours are flexible. Availability on Tuesday afternoons/evenings are a plus.
Minimum of 8 hours/week, though work load decreases a few weeks before final exams.