Job Information
University of Kansas Assistant Researcher in Lawrence, Kansas
28270BR
Job Title:
Assistant Researcher
Department:
Molecular Biosciences
Primary Campus:
University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
Job Description:
35% 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.
Req ID (Ex: 10567BR) :
28270BR
Disclaimer:
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Work Schedule:
40 hours per week (M-F; 8-5)
FLSA Status:
Nonexempt
Conditions of Employment:
Contingent on Funding
Contact Information to Applicants:
Please reach out to Dr. Hans Dalton with questions (hansmdalton@ku.edu)
Required Qualifications:
- 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.
Employee Class:
U-Unclassified Professional Staff
Advertised Salary Range:
$40,000 - $45,000
FTE:
1.0
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working with basic molecular biology techniques (e.g. PCR, Western blot, DNA/RNA isolation, qPCR)
Experience working with Drosophila OR experience working with cell culture
Position Overview:
The 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.
Reg/Temp:
Regular
Application Review Begins:
08-Jul-2024
Anticipated Start Date:
26-Aug-2024
Additional Candidate Instruction:
A 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.
Job Family:
Research-KUL
Work Location Assignment:
On-Site