Research Lab Technician Cover Letter

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the research lab technician position.

Previously, I was responsible for oversight of College common-use research space, facilities, equipment and services; including service of the High-Throughput Screening Services Laboratory.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Independent research experience in addition to school lab experience is preferred
• Travel to participants’ homes for interviews as needed
• Willing to work with human specimens including blood, urine and stool samples
• Familiarity with basic laboratory instruments and equipment, computers (databases, spreadsheets, statistics) and scientific procedures
• Previous experience with compound screens and/or target validation is desirable
• We are seeking a talented and exceptionally motivated scientist, with a BA/BS in biology or a related field, ideally with some laboratory experience in molecular and cell biology/biochemistry
• An interest in assay development especially those amenable to drug discovery HTS and pathway delineation
• Computer proficiency, especially in data analysis

Please consider me for the research lab technician opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

Previously, I was responsible for and disseminate meaningful data analysis and interpretation, including statistical analysis, of experimental findings in acceptable laboratory formats.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Open Water Dive certification (D)
• Molecular biology techniques including PCR, qPCR, sterile tissue culture, DNA /RNA isolation and analysis is preferred
• Experience with FACS is preferred
• Requires a working knowledge of basic computer skills, including word processing, spreadsheets, and other related software
• Sum Frequency Generation nonlinear spectroscopy technique
• Pump-probe (TA) nonlinear spectroscopy technique
• Basic spectroscopy techniques
• Proficiency in flow cytometry and molecular and cellular biology is necessary

I would like to submit my application for the research lab technician opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In my previous role, I was responsible for instruction on the use of equipment and research techniques and provide assistance in the performance of assigned laboratory exercises.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Effective and highly collaborative team member
• Basic coding skills in a high-level language (Matlab or Python)
• College background in biology, molecular biology, biotechnology or biochemistry
• Research experience on the kidney is essential
• Stand for long periods, possible exposure to chemicals or bodily fluids
• Other requirements include excellent oral and written communication skills in English, effective judgment and problem solving and a willingness to work within a group
• Experience in biomedical engineering, patient contact, molecular biology, biochemistry, animal experiments involving xenografts is preferred
• Perform standard diagnostic laboratory tests (for example pregnancy tests, urinalysis, and drugs of abuse tests)

I am excited to be applying for the position of research lab technician. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for research laboratory support – Process samples with research and clinical analyzers and molecular-based assays; Prepare reagents and supplies for experiment; Maintain current working knowledge of current and new methodologies; Organize and clean laboratory areas and equipment and maintain freezers, freezer inventories, chemical inventories, and safety documentation in accordance with local guidelines.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Open to working with lab animals
• Previous lab experience is preferred
• Experience in maintaining tropical aquaria in a museum, zoo or public aquarium setting, with proven experience in managing coral systems including husbandry techniques (E)
• Experience conducting routine water quality tests using laboratory equipment and to manipulate water chemistry parameters in appropriate ways (E)
• Good working knowledge of MS Office suite (E)
• A practical understanding and application of health and safety in the work place (E)
• Able to carefully monitor livestock and equipment, anticipate, recognise and resolve problems at an early stage and, where necessary, respond effectively under pressure (E)
• Able to use hand tools to carry out aquarium maintenance (E)

Please consider me for the research lab technician opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

Previously, I was responsible for assistance with other ongoing research for peers and research personnel in the laboratory by completing tasks related to the projects within the deadline specified.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Experience with mouse tumor models, especially brain tumor, is highly desirable
• Experience in cell culture techniques including use of established cancer cell lines and primary human cells
• Educational background in relevant field (environmental science, ecotoxicology, chemistry, physics, ), or equivalent combination of experience and training
• Knowledge of safe handling procedures for chemicals, safety regulations, reporting requirements, record keeping, and regulations regarding shipping of biological samples
• Proficiency in use of standard PC computer system and programs including but not limited to Microsoft Office Suite, internet, statistical software
• Skills to work around anesthetized or deceased animals for sample collection
• Excellent time-management, good judgement, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Skills to work independently and follow broadly defined instructions