Assistant Researcher
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Job Description
50: Generate maintain and use Drosophila strains/populations for genetic analysis. Examples of the work include stock maintenance preparing media carrying out crosses and assaying strains/populations for phenotypic variation (e.g. stress tolerance).
30: Carry out a range of molecular biology procedures. Examples of the work include DNA and RNA isolation PCR and nextgeneration sequencing library construction (e.g. for RNAseq or wholegenome sequencing).
10: Perform general lab tasks including inventory ordering of supplies and working with undergraduate students.
10: Keep accurate and detailed records. Maintain an uptodate and accurate lab notebook keep a detailed digital record of all experimental results and regularly present data/results to Dr. Macdonald.
Disclaimer
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Work Schedule
MF; 85
Contact Information to Applicants
Stuart Macdonald; ;
- A bachelors degree in biology or a related field.
- Previous experience with molecular biology techniques (e.g. PCR) as evidenced by the application materials.
- Effective written communication skills as evidenced by the application materials.
- Experience with Drosophila husbandry as evidenced in application materials.
- Significant laboratory experience including troubleshooting and optimizing protocols as evidenced in application materials.
- Experience making next generation sequencing libraries (e.g. RNAseq libraries) as evidenced in application materials.
- Prior experience managing large scientific projects including managing undergraduate assistants as demonstrated in application materials.
A research assistant position is available in the Macdonald lab in the Department of Molecular Biosciences at the University of Kansas. We explore the genetic basis of complex trait variation using the fruit fly Drosophila as a model system working on a variety set of traits including response to heavy metals and other toxicants and lifespan/aging.
The successful candidate will help maintain fly strains and populations of flies supervise and carry out largescale phenotyping screens and perform a range of molecular biology procedures including generating nextgeneration sequencing libraries for various genomics applications.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and organized individual who wants to learn new skills and has excellent oral and written communication skills. Previous research assistants in the Macdonald group have undertaken independent research projects and have been authors on research publications from the lab. The position is funded through NIH grants and has an anticipated start date of May 19 2025 (although this is very flexible/negotiable).
Additional Candidate Instruction
A complete electronic application includes the following materials:
- A CV/resume
- A cover letter outlining relevant experience and interest in the position
- Contact information for three referees (phone/email).
Informal queries about the position are welcome and can be directed to Stuart Macdonald .
Review of applications will begin on Monday March 17 2025 and will continue until the position is filled.
Position Requirements
The work location for this position is fully onsite at: Haworth Hall 1200 Sunnyside Ave / 4043 /
Employment Type
Full Time
