Job Description

Position Overview
Work under the general supervision of the Principal Investigator (PI) on sponsored research projects performing standard and complex laboratory procedures.
Duties and Responsibilities
Maintain accurate and timely record of test results; apply standard quality control procedures to assure accuracy of test results; operate, calibrate and perform routine maintenance on specialized equipment; maintain supply inventory; collect data; organize and centralize files and records; and prepare solutions, reagents, media or stains for prescribed tests. Participates in meetings with the PI.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field or high school education (some college preferred) with 1-2 years of related lab experience. Must be willing to work flexible hours as necessary. Successful candidate will be expected to exhibit individual initiative, work independently; be technically proficient and accurate; effectively communicate in both written reports and presentations; initiate and ensure compliance with applicable safety procedures; and possess attention to detail.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Previous experience with basic molecular biology techniques, protein biochemistry,
fluorescence microscopy, and yeast (S. cerevisiae)biology/genetics strongly preferred.
Department Biological Sciences

Closing Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
All applications for this position must be received through MarquetteUniversity’s electronic recruiting system. Please attach a cover letter and CV,as well as the names and contact information for two references.
EOE Statement
It is the policy of Marquette University to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable federal or state-protected classification.