Microbiology Research Assistant
Company: Managed Care Staffers
Location: Lemont
Posted on: April 3, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Microbiology Research Assistant
- One Year Project Argonne National Laboratory, Lemont, IL Our
client, Argonne National Laboratory, (Biosciences Division) has a
need to add to their scientific staff to execute experiments and
methods in support of programs supported by national funding
agencies. You will provide technical support to interact the Lab
Biosciences scientific staff. The research is focused on describing
the microbial composition of a variety of environmental samples
(topsoil, subsurface, and the mammalian GI tract). This is
conducted with several PCR-based molecular techniques, primarily in
a high throughput manner, and is complemented by a strong
background in microbiology. This is a full-time, 40 hours per week
position. Most work will consist of laboratory experimentation.
Required Skills: • Experience with a wide range of molecular
biology methodologies. Direct experience with DNA/RNA extractions
from complex samples (i.e. not solely pure culture) • Hands-on
experience with PCR reactions set-up, analysis and troubleshooting
• DNA/RNA manipulation • Must be able to operate general laboratory
equipment such as balances, centrifuges, pipettes, and mixers •
Ideal candidate must be motivated, organized, and disciplined, with
excellent record keeping skills and a superb attention to detail. •
Sterility (aseptic technique) • Chemistry background (solution
preparation, molarity calculations) • Controls and quality
assurance work • Documentation systems (spreadsheets, lab
notebooks) Desired Skills: • DNA and RNA extraction experience •
Extensive experience troubleshooting PCR is a plus. • Clean room
experience (DNA free) • High-throughput workflows • Experience with
BSL2 processes • Experience with qPCR Requirements of the position:
• B.S. degree (microbiology preferred) and 1-2 years of relevant
experience If you or anyone you know is interested, qualified and
immediately available please send an updated resume to
rjepsen@labpersonnel.com for immediate review and consideration.
Company Description We are employment specialists who have worked
in heath care and managed care industry for over a total of 25
years. We staff temp, temp to hire, and direct hire placements
Company Description We are employment specialists who have worked
in heath care and managed care industry for over a total of 25
years. We staff temp, temp to hire, and direct hire placements
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