Company: Confidential
Job Title: Assistant Researcher
Job Number: 96578
Location: Lawrence, Kansas, US
Job Description
The Zhou Lab in the Department of Molecular Biosciences at the University of Kansas-Lawrence studies the molecular mechanisms of DNA organization in the context of embryogenesis and evolution using the African clawed frog Xenopus.
We are seeking a full-time Assistant Researcher to work on a project investigating the consequences of genome size on nuclear organization during animal development. The successful applicant will perform basic molecular biology techniques including but not limited to: DNA isolation from embryos, molecular cloning of genes, protein expression and purification, immunoblotting and immunostaining. The individual will be trained by Dr. Zhou, and execute experiments individually and as part of a small team. The job also requires some simple lab organization duties, such as maintaining supplies and common reagents as well as some animal care.
This position would be ideal for someone with a recent undergraduate degree with an interest in building their professional and scientific skills in order to advance to the next stage of their career. In addition to training in these skills, the individual will receive direct mentorship from Dr. Zhou and engage in networking opportunities at KU and beyond. The ideal candidate will also be able to commit to 2 years of work.
Application Deadline: 2025-06-30
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