Science Technician - Carthage College

The Chemistry Department is seeking a research assistant to work in the NSF-funded research program. The research assistant will work with Dr. Weber in nearly all facets of her research program. The successful applicant will provide predominantly lab-based work to include research support and help coordinate daily project operations, including standard biochemical techniques and plant-based experiments.

In this technician position, you will be required to provide research assistance, including molecular biology, protein purification, and work with plants including tobacco, as well as basic lab tasks for research related to the NSF grant. A successful research assistant may move on to additional roles that include scientific writing and independent project planning. The research assistant will interact regularly with the project team members, including undergraduate students to review outcomes and milestones related to the project. This is a term position for 18 months; renewal past that point will require additional funding.

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's degree in a scientific field
• Basic molecular biology/biochemistry experience
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work well in a group setting and individually
• Previous laboratory experience is preferred, especially in molecular biology and standard biochemical techniques.
• Experience working with E.coli-based protein expression and/or plant systems is strongly preferred.
• No full-time research experience is required.

To apply for this position, please upload a CV and a list of three professional references to Applicant Pro. For questions, please contact Erin Weber at eweber1@carthage.edu.

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About Carthage

Located on the shore of Lake Michigan in the thriving Chicago-Milwaukee corridor, Carthage College blends the best liberal arts traditions with desirable degree programs, transformative learning opportunities, and personal attention from dedicated faculty and staff. Our beautiful campus, an 80-acre arboretum with stunning lake views, is home to 2,600 undergraduate students and 200 graduate students. Founded in 1847, Carthage is consistently named a Best Midwestern College by The Princeton Review and a Most Innovative School by U.S. News & World Report. All Carthage employees play a vital part in the success of our students, as we work together to create an environment where all can achieve their true potential. Grow with Carthage. Carthage College is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse community. We welcome applications from a broad spectrum of people, including members of ethnic minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.

This position requires a background screening