Job Description
Job no:535714
Work type:Temp Part-Time
Location:Broward
Categories:Biology/Life Science, Grant or Research Administration
Department:60100000 – AG-MICROBIOLOGY / CELL SCI
Classification Title: OPS – Student Lab Assistant
Job Description:
Duties Bioinformatics & HPC
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- Run or develop bioinformatic pipelines (Linux/bash, Python) on UF’s HiPerGator supercomputer for metagenomic analyses.
- Work with UFIT Research Computing staff to troubleshoot and optimize large-scale data workflows.
- Laboratory Work
- Extract DNA/RNA from environmental samples and prepare libraries for metagenomics.
- Maintain lab protocols and organize sample inventories.
- Field & Logistics
- Assist in coordinating logistics for oceanographic cruises (e.g., R/V Falkor, R/V Atlantis).
- Support sample collection and field research activities.
- Outreach & Accessibility
- Participate in efforts to make science accessible to diverse communities.
- Contribute ideas for lab outreach events and digital content.
Expected Salary: $15/ hour
Minimum Requirements:Newly accepted college student or student in their first year of college interested in learning about research in a lab.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Proactive and detail-oriented, with strong organizational skills.
- Basic Linux/Unix command-line knowledge; scripting (bash/Python) a plus.
- Interest in high-performance computing, large-scale data analysis, molecular biology, and fieldwork.
- Background in biology or computer science (or both).
- Team player with strong problem-solving abilities.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter, a list of at least 3 references, and resume.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
This is a time-limited position.
Health Assessment Required: No
Advertised:05 May 2025 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 31 May 2025 Eastern Daylight Time
