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The University of Kansas ยท 1 day ago

Assistant Researcher

positionLawrence, KS
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityNew Grad, Entry Level
money$48K/yr - $48K/yr

The University of Kansas is seeking an assistant researcher for the Choi lab, which focuses on molecular biology and genomics in plants. The successful candidate will support research on adaptive evolution and speciation genomics through various laboratory tasks and molecular biology experiments.

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Responsibilities

This includes acquiring supplies, monitoring supply needs and making media. It also involves both routine maintenance of plants growing in the greenhouse and/or growth chamber
Molecular biology experiments will involve cloning of genes of interest, DNA and RNA extraction, and PCR
Generate Illumina sequencing library for both DNA and RNA sequencing project. Also generate nanopore sequencing library and conduct sequencing

Qualification

Molecular biology techniquesNext-generation sequencingPlant maintenanceWillingness to learnOrganizational skillsTeamwork

Required

B.S./B.Sc. in Biology or closely related field
Experience with molecular biological techniques, as evidenced by application materials
This position requires a formal degree in the cited discipline area(s) to ensure that candidates have advanced knowledge, analytical skills and professional competencies necessary to perform the duties of the position

Preferred

Experience with next-generation sequencing library preparation, as evidenced by application materials
Experience with plant maintenance, as evidenced by application materials

Company

The University of Kansas

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KU is a major comprehensive research and teaching university and a center for learning, scholarship, and creative endeavor.
dateFounded in 1990
location
Lawrence, Kansas, USA
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
https://www.lsi.ku.edu

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Abhinay Dumpa
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Albert Park
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