Microbiology Co-op
Core
Support microbiome research through laboratory studies, sample processing, and data collection to advance probiotic, prebiotic, postbiotic, and enzyme research programs.
Role type
undergraduate/graduate co-op microbiology researcher
Builds
in vitro and in vivo experiments exploring the impact of prebiotics, probiotics, and postbiotics on nutrition and health
Domain
biotechnology / microbiology / immunology
Required skills
aseptic and culturing techniques, strain isolation, DNA isolation, PCR, mammalian cell culture, C. elegans models, bioassays, culture-based assays, immunoassays, molecular/biochemical assays
Preferred skills
analytical balance, centrifuge, plate reader
Responsibilities
Design, troubleshoot, and execute in-vitro and in-vivo experiments; process microbial or animal-based samples; record data accurately
Seniority
undergraduate/graduate student co-op