Research Technologist Cover Letter

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

Previously, I was responsible for advisement on the management of calibration, evaluation, maintenance and operation of specialized laboratory equipment.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Experience establishing and maintaining a breeding colony is essential, and additional technical experience is desirable
• Previous working experience with Next Generation Sequencing
• Skill/knowledge in general molecular biology
• Experience with mammalian cell culture, molecular biology, animal work, or with transcription regulation
• Good communication skills, able to work in a team environment
• BS in basic science and 1 yr experience
• DNA isolation, cell culture, mutagenesis
• Experience with brain retrieval and dissection in juvenile and adult mice, ideally including brain perfusion

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

In my previous role, I was responsible for direction for the technical staffing in the setup and operation of the equipment in the field assisted sintering techniques (FAST) laboratory.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Next generation sequencing library preparation
• Basic lab techniques including pipetting, mixing of solutions from powders based on molecular formula, use of a pH meter and balance, preparation of gels (SDS-PAGE & agarose)
• Knowledge of recording data using Excel and describing results in Word
• Prior experience operating FPLC or similar large scale laboratory equipment
• Molecular cloning
• Experience in instrumental and analytical methods, experimental design, and computer analysis
• Proficient in sample preparation for trace metal analysis, spectroscopic techniques, mass spectrometry and chromatography
• Mechanically inclined in troubleshooting and maintaining analytical instruments

In response to your job posting for research technologist, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In my previous role, I was responsible for a high level of theoretical and practical laboratory experience and expertise, with a strong problem solving capability and meticulous attention to detail to equipment operation, methods, lab operation, and particularly safety.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• BS in basic science
• Some experience as undergraduate student in laboratories
• Mouse handling and record keeping, cryostat sectioning, immunohistochemistry
• Organizational skills that allow for proper fulfillment of GLP and GMP procedures
• Prior working experience with cells of the immune system and basic immunology ideas/concepts
• BS (or higher) in biochemistry with demonstrated research experience
• BS in Molecular Biology, Biology or Life Science
• Mouse handling and colony management, PCR, good organizational skills

In response to your job posting for research technologist, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

Previously, I was responsible for various support functions in Laboratory Operations group for overall Rare Disease Drug Discovery program progression such as management of sample receipt and movement, laboratory organization, and review of laboratory documentation such as equipment and/or control logs, managing equipment maintenance, performing equipment calibration checks, ordering and tracking of lab materials and supplies, reagent preparation.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Following protocols, designs, sets-up & conducts basic experiments
• Bachelor of Science in biology
• Western blot, PCR, flow cytometry, animal husbandry
• Microbiology and/or molecular biology
• DNA extraction and quantification
• DNA library preparation for WGS
• Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay
• Anaerobic culture of C

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

In my previous role, I was responsible for lab maintenance including routine equipment maintenance, keeping lab spaces clean and organized, and maintaining records of freezer temperature logs.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Excellent communication skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe software suites
• Proficiency with Excel Macros, MatLab, and advanced statistical analysis programs
• Computer programming in Matlab or related high-level language
• Experience in machine shop
• Experience with experimental animals
• Some laboratory bench work experience
• Experience with brain retrieval and dissection in juvenile and adult mice preferred, but other surgical experience in rodents could be translatable and key techniques can be taught
• Comprehensive knowledge of and experience with a variety of lab techniques, including DNA, RNA and protein extraction, quantitative PCR experiment design and interpretation, cell culture, western blotting, ELISA