Research Intern - Synthetic Biology

Organization
Position Type
Full-Time

This position is open to work in the GLBRC High Throughput BioDesign Facility, located at the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus. The goal of the High Throughput BioDesign Facility is to generate higher throughput and/or automated platforms to accelerate the work of GLBRC scientists.

Responsibilities

The primary responsibilities of this research intern position are to aid in the design, construction, and validation of workflows using lab automation equipment. As a part of their training, the intern will also develop an independent research project under the guidance of the supervisor and other GLBRC co-investigators, broadly under the theme of assay designs to solve BioDesign technical challenges.

The research intern will work on a team to:

• Design protocols for lab automation robots to perform assays including microbial phenotypic screening, adaptive laboratory evolution, and automation of DNA extraction and NGS sequencing workflows.
• Design validation experiments to confirm performance of automated assays using investigator-guided requirements.
• Pilot novel uses for lab automation robots in an anaerobic environment.
• Develop operating procedures for lab automation processes.
• Assist in preparing microbial media, reagents, and supplies, as well as assisting in the organization and maintenance of the lab.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in biomedical engineering, mechanical engineering, microbiology, genetics, molecular/cell biology, biochemistry, or relevant field.
Relevant Experience:
• Laboratory research experience, including experience with microbiology, molecular and cell biology, and/or biochemistry technique preferred but not required.
• Experience with data analysis and coding in Python is desirable.
• Experience with engineering design cycle and rapid prototyping desirable.

Salary - $35,000/year

To apply for this position, submit a resume and cover letter to Michael Botts (michaelbotts23@gmail.com), who leads the High Throughput BioDesign Facility.

Expected start date - September 3, 2024

Deadline to Apply