Performs cultivation of archaea/bacteria and develops customized biological and chemical assaysPerforms technical laboratory procedures that include but are not limited to gas chromatography, mass spec, flow cytometry, PCR, and extraction and gel electrophoresis of DNA, RNA, and proteinMaintains laboratory notebooks, records, and analyzes experimental dataDevelops and validates new procedures or follows established procedures and properly record resultsAssists in the preparation of laboratory reports and manuscriptsAssists in training users of shared equipment located in the laboratoryHelps with laboratory managementIs Time Limited: No
Job City & State: Raleigh, NC
Department: Plant and Microbial Biology
Classification Title: Temporary-Technical/Paraprofessional
Working Title: Temporary Research Assistant
Work Schedule: 20-30/hrs per week between Monday-Friday
Other Work/Responsibilities: n/a
Minimum Experience/Education: Relevant Master’s degree or Relevant Bachelor’s and 3 or more years of relevant experience, or relevant independent experience and education
Department Required Skills: Experience working in a Higher Ed research laboratory environment; 5 years of laboratory experience
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education: Experience supporting microbial, molecular biology, or related biological research programs; Experience with laboratory organization, sample processing, data collection, and research support activities; Experience working in PMB or a comparable academic research environment
Required License or Certification: Valid driver’s license
Valid NC Driver's License required?: Yes
Commercial Driver's License Required?: No
Anticipated Hiring Range: $28.48/hr
Job Open Date: 07/06/2026
