Support BIEN 267 laboratory preparation at McGill University through bacterial culture, plasmid amplification, and reagent preparation. This is a 50-hour term assignment.

The Course Assistant supports the Department of Bioengineering's Bioanalytical Methods in Bioengineering course. You will prepare biological materials, media, reagents, and student laboratory supplies. The assignment includes laboratory setup and quality checks before class sessions. Two positions are estimated, with work scheduled from November 16, 2026, to February 15, 2027.

Key Responsibilities
Recover and amplify plasmids for classroom use
Prepare competent bacterial cells and verify quality
Prepare LB media, agar plates, solutions, and aliquots




Autoclave and filter laboratory materials for sterilization
Assist with setup during BIEN 267 laboratory sessions

Requirements:
Undergraduate student in a similar field
Successful completion of BIEN 267
Wet laboratory experience with bacterial culture
Experience with transformations and plasmid purification
Autoclave, filtration, and sterilization experience

Apply laboratory preparation, bacterial culture, and sterilization skills while supporting McGill's BIEN 267 bioengineering classes.

📌 Bioengineering Laboratory Course Assistant Montreal
🏢 McGill University
📍 Montreal