• Prepare and maintain bacterial cultures.
• Conduct independent laboratory research under the guidance of research leaders.
• Troubleshoot and maintain scientific equipment.
• Manage lab record-keeping, data entry, and database organization and maintenance.
• Provide general research support for various projects.
• Supervise daily operations of the research lab.
• Perform additional duties and projects as assigned.
• Weekend work may be required occassionally.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent training.
• Experience in working with bacterial cultures is required.
• Experience with Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) is preferred.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to work independently with a strong work ethic.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.