Technician Position Available

[Dr. Bruce Wightman]

RESEARCH TECHNICIAN

Molecular geneticist with a BachelorPs degree and at least one year of 
experience sought by small undergraduate-based research laboratory.  
Experience in recombinant DNA research is required.  Experience with a 
model genetic system such as C. elegans or Drosophila, laboratory 
management, and teaching is desired.  A minimum 2-year commitment is 
expected.  Salary $22-27K plus benefits.  Send letter of interest and 
c.v. by June 1, 1996 to Human Resources, Muhlenberg College, 2400 Chew 
St., Allentown, PA, 18104. EOE.

Our laboratory studies genes that function in the development of the 
nervous system of the nematode C. elegans.  We are focused on several 
genes that guide axon growth cones to their targets.  The laboratory 
consists of P.I. and three to five undergraduate students.  Duties for 
this position include laboratory management, performing recombinant DNA 
and other standard procedures in molecular biology, gene mapping, DNA 
transformation, strain maintenance, and assisting in the instruction of 
undergraduate students.



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Bruce C. Wightman		wightman at hal.muhlberg.edu
Assistant Professor		610-821-3254
Biology Department		fax: 610-821-3234
Muhlenberg College
2400 Chew St.
Allentown, PA   18104