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Research Assistant (NE), Biological Sciences, Arts & Sciences Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors > Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation's best urban public research universities. Home to more than 50,000 students, 11,000 faculty and staff and 340,000 alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls "the most ambitious campus design program in the country." With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, nine straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC's momentum has never been stronger. UC's annual budget tops $1.65 billion and its endowment totals $1.8 billion. The University's overall regional economic impact exceeds $10.6 billion, paving the way for the future of Cincinnati. About the University of Cincinnati Research Assistant (NE), Biological Sciences, Arts & Sciences Job Overview Seeking a full-time laboratory technician for an Applied and Environmental Microbiology lab in the Department of Biology at the University of Cincinnati. Position duties include: maintenance of anaerobic cultures, gas chromatography, organization of laboratory space; ordering, set-up and maintenance of laboratory equipment; media making and preparation; basic molecular biology (DNA/RNA extraction, PCR etc.); development of laboratory protocols; and various focused research projects on funded research topics. Essential Functions Growth and cultivation of microorganisms in axenic culture Preparation of media and stock solutions Analytical analyses (i.e., gas and ion chromatography) Organization of lab space and record keeping Assistance with general lab maintenance tasks Required Education Bachelor's Degree. Five (5) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement. Required Experience Additional related work experience may be required depending on field or discipline. Required Trainings/Certifications N/A Additional Qualifications Considered Desired Qualifications: Experience with anaerobic microbiology with competence in: media making, basic cultivation approaches Experience with analytical methods such as ion chromatography, gas chromatography, etc. Competence with organizing lab protocols and data, and familiarity with data/computational/statistical analysis (optimally via, Excel, R and/or python). Physical Requirements/Work Environment Sitting - Continuously Repetitive hand motion (such as typing) - Often Hearing, listening - Often Talking - Often Standing - Often Walking - Often Bending - Often Stooping - Often Lifting - up to 20 pounds - Often Kneeling, squatting - Seldom Climbing stairs/ladders - Not Required Crouching - Not Required Crawling - Not Required Reaching overhead - Not Required Pulling, pushing - Not Required Shoveling - Not Required Lifting - up to 50 pounds - Not Required Lifting - over 50 pounds - Not Required Noise: There is sufficient noise to cause you to shout in order to be heard above the noise level. Hazards: Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts of machinery or tools used to perform work, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, or exposure to chemicals. Atmospheric Conditions: Conditions that affect the respiratory system, such as fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, or poor ventilation. Application Process Information Applicants, please submit a resume or CV, contact information for two references,