Biological Science Laboratory Technician (Biochemistry) – Salt Lake City, UT

  • Performs conventional and real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and gel electrophoresis; invasive environmental (eDNA) and non-invasive DNA extraction.
  • Prepares invasive environmentally (eDNA) and non-invasively collected animal specimens for molecular analysis.
  • Coordinates the analysis of unusual or non-standard specimens. Contributes ideas towards the planning and sequencing of the technical aspects of the research.
  • Performs the full range of common and standard techniques using a variety of specialized equipment (i.e., Li-Cor DNA analyzer, Fluidigm SNP typing platform, qPCR, Thermocyclers, Qubit and Micro-centrifuges).
  • Oversees maintenance and calibration of laboratory’s scientific equipment.
  • Collects, prepares, evaluates, verifies, and documents laboratory samples. Maintains… Click here to view original post