What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laboratory Technician position at Marshall University?
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 OverviewThe 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.
Location
MUSOM - Marshall University School of Medicine
Salary Range
Salary is commensurate with experience and internal equity
Required Qualifications
Education
Experience
Preferred Qualifications
Education
Experience
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
MR0862
Open Date
05/21/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions Summary
Position Information
Banner Position Number
R10825
Position Title
Laboratory Technician
Classification Title
MURC-Biological Scientists
Department
SOM-BioMedical Science - RC5130
Job Description
Position OverviewThe 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