UT Student Assistant-Pharmaceutical Sciences

Job description

The Pharmacy Student Researcher provides support for ongoing research projects in the Hevener Laboratory, focusing on molecular biology, protein biochemistry, enzymology, and structural biology. Under direct supervision, the student will assist with experimental procedures such as molecular cloning, bacterial culture, protein expression and purification, enzyme assays, and related laboratory operations. Additional responsibilities include laboratory maintenance, preparation of reagents, documentation of results, and participation in laboratory meetings. This position is designed to offer pharmacy students meaningful exposure to biomedical research, strengthen foundational laboratory skills, and support the mission, vision, and values of the UTHSC College of Pharmacy. Laboratory Research (Primary Duties): - Assist in the planning and execution of experiments related to recombinant DNA, bacterial culture, protein purification, and enzyme characterization. - Prepare reagents, buffers, solutions, stock supplies, media, and other laboratory materials needed for experiments. - Maintain detailed records of procedures, data, and results, including scientific calculations, graphing, and bas...