Field of Study:
Biology
Department:
Veterinary Biosciences
Rank of Student:
1st, 2nd and 3rd year (please no seniors).
Desired Majors:
All science majors and pre-med
Hours per Week:
5
Compensation Type:
Voluntary Experience
Application Deadline:
Contact:
Dr. Rachael Rayner: Rayner.24@osu.edu
Private
Public
Project Description
The objective of this volunteer undergraduate position is to assist, and independently run experiments, particularly focused on genotyping mice used in cystic fibrosis models, as well as human airway cultures grown in the lab. Tasks that undergrads will be trained in include mice genotyping (DNA extractions, PCR and gel electrophoresis), mycoplasma detection in cell cultures (PCR), and data/video analysis. Extra tasks will include general lab chores (e.g. prepping solutions, autoclaving, health/safety checks). Opportunities to shadow/assist in other experiments will be available. Students are also invited to join lab journal club/meetings. Students will complete initial lab health & safety training, and will be trained in all techniques until they can be proficiently independent.
Required Applicant Information
Please email updated CV. Please include any research skills.
Required or Desired Skills
No skills required, but some lab experience would be beneficial. Would prefer students keenly interested in research.
Faculty Member Lead:
Estelle Cormet-Boyaka
Starting Semester:
Spring
Length of Project (in semesters):
2