What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laboratory Program Assistant position at South Dakota State University?
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South Dakota State University (SDSU) is currently seeking a temporary Laboratory Program Assistant with strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills to join the lab of Dr. Darci Fink in our Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Physics Department. This position has an anticipated end date of August 22, 2026. Job Responsibilities This position involves designing and conducting experiments, interpreting data, and preparing figures for publication. Other responsibilities include maintaining lab equipment and training undergraduate students. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities : Knowledge of :
- Lymphatic vessel literature
- Methods, materials, equipment, and techniques of advanced immunofluorescence microscopy, transgenic mouse genetics, mammalian cell culture, and anatomy
- Basic principles, practices, and procedures of designing and interpreting laboratory experiments, including relevant statistics, replicates, and controls
- Safe laboratory practices including experience working in BSL-2
Skill & Ability to :
Comments : South Dakota State University is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the university to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to the university’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4 : 14. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check. Benefits : South Dakota State University offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage for the employee, spouse, and dependents; life insurance; long-term disability insurance; paid holidays; educational assistance; retirement plans; and a generous vacation accrual and sick day allowance.
Salary : $21 - $23
