Research Opportunities - Genetics

at  Washington University in St Louis

POSITION SUMMARY

This is an exciting research opportunity in the Ushiki Lab at the Department of Genetics, Washington University in St. Louis. We are seeking a motivated candidate to join our team! The lab conducts mouse genetics and molecular biology experiments for projects. Work in the lab includes maintaining experimental mouse lines, performing molecular assays for genotype determination, basic cell culture, and molecular biology experiments. The successful applicant will start in the fall/winter of 2024.
The Ushiki Lab will start in January 2025. Our goal is to gain a deeper understanding of the function of enhancers in placenta and skeletal development, diseases, and evolution through in vivo functional characterization techniques, such as Massively Parallel Reporter Assays (MPRAs) supported by an NHGRI K99/R00 grant. Our research integrates mouse developmental biology, functional genomics, and human genetics to elucidate how genetic variation in non-coding regions leads to abnormal placental or craniofacial development.

JOB DESCRIPTION

For more information, please visit our lab website at https://sites.wustl.edu/ushikilab/.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Mouse handling and colony maintenance experience, or willingness to handle mice.
• Basic wet lab skills such as pipetting and laboratory recordkeeping.
• Basic molecular biology lab experience (PCR, plasmid work and cell culture).
• Strong skills in scientific and critical thinking.
• Computer skills: proficient with Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as with a team.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree. Candidates with additional education and experience are encouraged to apply.

Please refer the Job description for details