Biotechnology Research Laboratory Assistant

Summary

Program Description

The Advanced Certificate of Achievement in Biotechnology prepares students for biotechnology technician and research assistant positions in industry and academic research laboratories. The certificate is designed for students who have completed the Certificate of Achievement in Biotechnology and want to progress in their education and training so that they can either enter the workforce directly or transfer to a 4 year institution. The certificate also has been designed for students who have completed degrees in chemistry or biology, and for professionals in the industry and research laboratories, who desire more up to date laboratory training.

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Career Opportunities

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Technician and research assistant positions in pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries, state and federal laboratories and academic and private research laboratories.

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Learning Outcome(s)

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1. Demonstrate knowledge and facility with standard laboratory methods and procedures, advanced techniques common to immunology and/or genetics laboratories, laboratory mathematics, tissue culture, proper handling and disposal of hazardous materials and good laboratory practices.
2. Demonstrate an ability to maintain a neat and readable scientific notebook, record data accurately, create and label appropriately tables and graphs, interpret results and troubleshoot errors.
3. Demonstrate an ability to work independently and as a member of a team, to read and interpret protocols accurately, and to use information provided in scientific papers when necessary.
4. Demonstrate an ability to write a scientific paper and present data in an oral presentation.
5. Demonstrate knowledge and facility with concepts in chemistry and biology as they relate to biotechnology and the ethical concerns associated with stem cells and recombinant DNA technologies.

Requirements