Superworm Biologist

  • Marquette University
  • Milwaukee, Wisconsin
  • Full Time
Posting Number:
201104759

Position Title:
Superworm Biologist

State:
WI

Employment Status:
Part Time

Position Status:
Limited Term

If Limited Term (End Date of Assignment, Project, or Grant) :
07/24/2026

Position Type:
Staff

Job Family:

# Hours Per Week:
30-40

Position Overview:
Work under the general supervision of the Principal Investigator (PI) on sponsored research projects performing standard and complex laboratory procedures. Work on superworm feeding trials and bioinformatics associated with gut microbiomes.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Superworm bioinformatics. Maintain accurate and timely record of test results; apply standard quality control procedures to assure accuracy of test results; operate, calibrate and perform routine maintenance on specialized equipment; maintain supply inventory; collect data; organize and centralize files and records; and prepare solutions, reagents, media or stains for prescribed tests. Participates in meetings with the PI.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Requires a Bachelors degree in a related field or high school education (some college preferred) with 1-2 years of related lab experience. Must be willing to work flexible hours as necessary. Successful candidate will be expected to exhibit individual initiative, work independently; be technically proficient and accurate; effectively communicate in both written reports and presentations; initiate and ensure compliance with applicable safety procedures; and possess attention to detail.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Superworms, pfas, bioinformatics

Department:
Biological Sciences

Posting Date:
05/29/2026

Closing Date:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

EOE Statement:
It is the policy of Marquette University to provide equal employment opportunities ( EEO ) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable federal or state-protected classification.

Job ID: 522920105
Originally Posted on: 5/29/2026

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