Assistant Researcher at The University of Kansas in Lawrence, Kansas

Job Description:

Position OverviewThe Dalton lab in the Department of Molecular Biosciences at the University of Kansas (Lawrence, KS) is seeking a full time assistant researcher with interest in molecular biology, genetics, and rare disease. The successful applicant will work within a research group that examines the function of essential genes on diverse rare diseases.


The position currently has funding for 1 year and may be extended contingent on the availability of funding and the needs of the department. The earliest start date will be August 26th, 2024 upon a successful application. The applicant should be organized, motivated, work well with others, have a willingness to learn, and be flexible with managing different responsibilities and projects in the lab.
Job Description35% Disease Model Management

• For Drosophila (fruit flies),maintain stock populations, make fly food, manage disposal, label, maintain CO2 tanks, and check/maintain incubators.


• Create new transgenic fly lines under the guidance of the PI.


• For cells (RPE-1), Cell splitting, create new media, maintain CO2 tanks, and check/maintain incubators.

30% Lab Organization and Maintenance

• Order, organize, make stock solutions (e.g. TE buffer), keep electronic inventory, and general lab upkeep.


• Collaborate with the PI to ensure the correct inventory and safety of the lab.

35% Research and Projects

• Assist the PI and other lab members with their research projects.


• Image, label, and measure flies or cells, set up genetic fly crosses, transfect cells, use kits, and basic molecular biology assays.

Required Qualifications

1. B.S./B.A. in Biology or closely related field OR High school/GED and four (4) years experience from job training in another research lab.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Experience working with basic molecular biology techniques (e.g. PCR, Western blot, DNA/RNA isolation, qPCR)


2. Experience working with Drosophila OR experience working with cell culture
   
   
   

Additional Candidate InstructionsA complete online application will include:

• Cover letter that describes how you meet the required and preferred qualifications and your interest in the position (including relevant lab experience).


• CV/Resume


• Contact information three professional references

Application review begins Monday July 08, 2024, and will continue until a qualified pool of applicants is received. To ensure consideration, apply before the application review date.Contact Information to ApplicantsPlease reach out to Dr. Hans Dalton with questions (hansmdalton@ku.edu)Advertised Salary Range$40,000 - $45,000Work Schedule40 hours per week (M-F; 8-5)Application Review BeginsMonday July 8, 2024Anticipated Start DateMonday August 26, 2024Apply to Job

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