Laboratory Research Assistant

We are looking for an individual to assist the Developmental Studies Hybridoma Bank (DSHB) Production Lab staff with daily operations. The DSHB is located in the University of Iowa Department of Biology. Duties include cleaning and sterilization of glassware, disposal of laboratory waste, organization of lab supplies, recycling of packaging material, and filling of pipet tip boxes. Future duties may include harvesting of antibody-containing hybridoma cell culture supernatant and reorganization of frozen hybridoma cell lines in storage.

Individual must be available to work between the hours of 8AM to 4PM Monday through Friday. A time commitment of approximately 10 hours per week is necessary. The candidate must have the ability to work both independently and in a team environment. Punctuality, reliability, focus, attention to detail, and good time management skills are required. A current undergraduate student majoring in biology or other related fields is preferred. All applicants will be considered, including, but not limited to, beneficiaries of the Work-Study program.

The position is ongoing and has the potential to be continuous for undergraduate students.