University of New Hampshire

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This Lab Assistant/Summer Intern position will work with the HCGS staff to facilitate molecular biology protocols, next-generation sequencing, and bioinformatics analysis. This position will be in the Hubbard Center for Genome Studies. The Director of the HCGS is a faculty member in the MCBS department of COLSA. The HCGS operates a core facility to provide molecular biology services related to next-generation sequencing and the analysis of the data generated. This position will work with the HCGS team to facilitate sequencing and analysis on a specific, grant-funded project. This position is not considered essential staff.

Duties/Responsibilities

Sample processing for next-generation sequencing (50%)

• Receive and organize samples for library preparation
• Ensure that the samples are properly entered and logged into the project tracking planner
• Perform library preparation for next-generation sequencing, coordinating with HCGS staff to ensure the correct indexing of samples and timing of runs on the instrumentation

Bioinformatics analysis (25%)

• Analysis of the data generated by next-generation sequencing and preparation of the data for archiving in the appropriate archives and coordinating with the PI and team to integrate the analyses into the ongoing project

Administrative/Team coordination (25%)

• Attending HCGS lab meetings
• Attending project specific meetings
• Working with the HCGS staff as described above to ensure the right types of molecular biology protocols are performed for they types of libraries prepared for sequencing
• Sample tracking and updating samples in the project planner in SharePoint as they progress through the data generation and analysis pipelines

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Acceptable Education & Experience:

• College Coursework in Biology, Genetics, previous experience working in a laboratory or core facility setting

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Course work in biology and genetics
• Ability to implement and follow molecular biology protocols including nucleic acid extraction, amplification, library preparation for next generations sequencing, bioinformatics analysis, experience with Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Planner)
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work in a team-environment

Applicant instructions:

Applicants should be prepared to upload the following documents when applying online within the Resume/Cover Letter section of your application:

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter

The University of New Hampshire is an R1 Carnegie classification research institution providing comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs of distinction. UNH is located in Durham on a 188-acre campus, 60 miles north of Boston and 8 miles from the Atlantic coast and is convenient to New Hampshire’s lakes and mountains. There is a student enrollment of 13,000 students, with a full-time faculty of over 600, offering 90 undergraduate and more than 70 graduate programs. The University actively promotes a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, life experiences, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.

EEO Statement

The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.

Location:

Durham

Salary Grade:

Adjunct Hourly Staff 00