Summer position to carry out biochemistry research on picornaviral proteases and provide laboratory housekeeping services like dish washing and media & buffer preparation.

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

June 1st, 2026

20-30

High school diploma with advanced AP science and AP math through calculus courses, laboratory experience though courses or prior lab work.

Prior experience with performing viral protease assays, gel electrophoresis, fluorescent kinetic assays in microplate format, curve fitting of experimental data, interpretation of rate curves.

Carry out biochemical experiments, wash dishes, prepare media and grow cells.

17.00

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Summer position to carry out biochemistry research on picornaviral proteases and provide laboratory housekeeping services like dish washing and media & buffer preparation. Department Name. Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. Anticipated Start Date. June 1st, 2026 Anticipated Weekly Hours 20-30 Required Job Qualifications. High school diploma with advanced AP science and AP math through calculus courses, laboratory experience though courses or prior lab work. Preferred Job Qualifications. Prior experience with performing viral protease assays, gel electrophoresis, fluorescent kinetic assays in microplate format, curve fitting of experimental data, interpretation of rate curves. Essential Duties. Carry out biochemical experiments, wash dishes, prepare media and grow cells. Salary Range 17.00

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