Biological samples collecting, storing and handling; Elaboration of experiments using molecular biology techniques, such as DNA extraction, PCR, gel electrophoresis and sequencing; Use of bioinformatics tools to build molecular models and simulations for protein analysis; Organization, sterilization and maintenance of laboratory equipment; Knowledge of GLP, GCP and GMP; BSL2 laboratory experience; Technical/scientific writing; Design of experiments; Statistical analysis; Training of new laboratory members.

Lectures on virology and genetics; Development of teaching material; Preparing and correcting tests; Assistance to students outside the classroom; Student performance assessment; Collaboration with associate professors.

Handling reptiles, amphibians and small invertebrates; Maintenance of the herpetological collection; Sampling and identification of amphibians and small invertebrates; Environmental aspects review; Physicochemical analysis of water.

The master's degree in Parasite Biology enables students to produce knowledge, prepare research projects, and practice and teach in parasitology and related areas, presenting a curriculum focused on the parasite-host relationship, epidemiology of infectio

Bachelor’s degree focused on the large area of Biological Sciences, providing disciplines in the natural, social, health and exact sciences. The research area chosen to work during the course was focused on genetics, molecular biology and virology.