Temporary - Curatorial Assistant (part-time, 17.5 Hours/week)

Brigham Young University

Provo, Utah, US
Base: $16.50 to $21.25 an hour; bonus/equity: not ...
Dna extraction and pcr techniques
Sanger sequencing experience
Geneious and mr. bayes software
The position involves generating molecular and morphological data for reptile and amphibian research projects at the Bean Life Science Museum

Job Summary

  • The position involves generating molecular and morphological data for reptile and amphibian research projects at the Bean Life Science Museum.
  • Candidates must demonstrate competence with specific bioinformatics programs including Geneious, Mr. Bayes, R, Mega, Beast, BioGeobears, and IQtree.
  • The university offers benefits such as free on-campus parking, a free UTA pass, and access to the library alongside a starting pay of $16.50 to $21.25 per hour.

Matching Summary

The position involves generating molecular and morphological data for reptile and amphibian research projects at the Bean Life Science Museum.

Salary

Base: $16.50 to $21.25 an hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Employee assistance program, free parking, free UTA pass, library access

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • DNA extraction and PCR techniques
  • Sanger sequencing experience
  • Geneious and Mr. Bayes software
  • R programming language proficiency
  • Mega and Beast software usage
  • BioGeobears and IQtree tools

Nice-to-have

  • Experience writing scientific papers
  • Commitment to BYU mission
  • Faithful member of LDS Church
  • Current temple recommend holder

Key Requirements

  • Firm commitment to BYU mission
  • Lab techniques in DNA extraction
  • PCR and Sanger sequencing skills
  • Competence with specified bioinformatics programs
  • Valid temple recommend required for members

Work Rights

Not specified

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