Research Assistant (gap Year) - Genetics

boonlab.wustl.edu

St. Louis, Missouri, US
Base: $16.92 - $26.44 / hourly; bonus/equity: not ...
Molecular mechanisms of transcriptional regulation
Functional genomics
Human genetics
The Ushiki Lab investigates the molecular mechanisms of transcriptional regulation and how noncoding genetic variation alters gene regulation in human disease, integrating functional genomics, human genetics, and in vivo experimental systems

Job Summary

  • The Ushiki Lab investigates the molecular mechanisms of transcriptional regulation and how noncoding genetic variation alters gene regulation in human disease, integrating functional genomics, human genetics, and in vivo experimental systems.
  • This position will contribute to projects investigating the relationship between enhancer function and transcriptional elongation, termination, and RNA processing/splicing, gaining experience in experimental design, execution, data analysis, and presentation.
  • Benefits include vacation, holidays, sick time, competitive health insurance, Metro transit U-Pass, and a 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan, with additional wellness and family support resources.

Matching Summary

The Ushiki Lab investigates the molecular mechanisms of transcriptional regulation and how noncoding genetic variation alters gene regulation in human disease, integrating functional genomics, human genetics, and in vivo experimental systems.

Salary

Base: $16.92 - $26.44 / Hourly; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Competitive health insurance packages, retirement savings plan, paid time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • molecular mechanisms of transcriptional regulation
  • functional genomics
  • human genetics
  • in vivo experimental systems
  • Massively Parallel Reporter Assays (MPRAs)
  • laboratory environment
  • biological and chemical hazards

Nice-to-have

  • strong scientific and critical thinking skills
  • ability to work independently
  • mentorship for career goals
  • general lab upkeep and maintenance

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree
  • Basic wet lab skills
  • Basic molecular biology lab experience
  • Proficient with Word, Excel and PowerPoint
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to work with a team

Work Rights

Not specified

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