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Doctor Marcus Klein
Dr Marcus Klein is the Technical Officer responsible for the molecular biology laboratory and the laboratory-based climate controlled facilities where he provides specialised support to academics and researchers. He assists with the design and implementation of complex experiments including fieldwork. In addition, he is responsible for the operation of the 3500 Genetic Analyzer and the climate controlled growth chambers, as well as the management of laboratory assets.
Marcus came to the Institute in November 2012. In his previous role at the Unversity of New South Wales, School of Civil and Environmental Engineering he got involved in applied environmental research and quantitative microbial risk assessment projects for the cattle farming industry. Marcus has a PhD in Molecular Genetics and also extensive technical lab experience.
Expertise
- Molecular biology, genetics, microbiology, environmental engineering, field work
- Facilities development/management, risk assessment, WH&S
- Teaching, training, technical support
