堪萨斯大学王璟歆实验室招聘助研，分子或化学生物学方向

堪萨斯大学王璟歆实验室招聘助研，分子或化学生物学方向
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     Location: University of Kansas - Lawrence, KSCategory: Faculty - Science - Biochemistry and Molecular BiologyType: Full-Time

     Position Overview

     Jingxin Wang's laboratory at the University of Kansas is seeking a molecular or chemical biologist as a full-time Associate Researcher. The Wang lab is focused on modulation of RNA processing by small molecules, an emerging field that has exciting, yet vastly untapped opportunities in chemical genetics and drug design. The candidate will integrate chem-and bio-informatic techniques and explore new research strategies, provide assistance to other group members in assay development and cell culture, and serve as general lab manager.

     Job Description

     50% - Designing and execution of experimentsExplore new chemical genetic strategies in modulating RNA splicing. The experiments include but are not limited to biochemical manipulation of nucleic acids, preparation of Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) libraries, and target validation for small molecules in both proteome and transcriptome.

     20% - Assist other group members with experimentsUnder the discretion and guidance of the principal investigator, to provide experimental and technical supervision of one or more graduate students and post-doctoral researchers in maintaining cell culture, assay development for high-throughput screening (BSL-2), and performing pathway validation experiments and functional assays for screening hits.

     20% - Write reports and papersWrites standard operating procedures (SOP) for selected equipment and experiments. Draft scientific papers for peer reviewed journals. Additional responsibilities may include assisting in the preparation of proposals.

     10% - Routine lab management

     Trains group members in the use of equipment; maintains laboratory equipment; supervises good lab practices and lab safety.

     Required Qualifications

     Master's degree and at least three (3) years of additional experience in biochemistry, chemical biology, molecular biology or cell biology.

     Must excel in one of the following techniques: RT-PCR, NGS analysis, mammalian cell culture and cell-based reporter gene assays, or molecular cloning.

     Published at least one refereed paper.

     Preferred Qualifications

     Ph.D. in one of the above-mentioned fields.

     Experience in RNA biochemistry or biophysics.

     Experience in using bioinformatics or cheminformatics.

     Experience in protein expression and purification.

     Contact Information to ApplicantsJingxin WangWang.jingxin@ku.edu

     Additional Candidate InstructionA complete application includes an online application, cover letter, resume highlighting pertinent experience relative to the required and preferred qualifications and contact information for three professional references. Only complete applications will be considered.

     Application review date begins November 7, 2019 and will continue until a successful candidate has been identified. To ensure consideration, please apply by the initial review date.

     Advertised Salary Range: Commensurate with Experience

     Application Review Begins: 07-Nov-2019

     Anticipated Start Date: 17-Nov-2019

     DisclaimerThe University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and are the Title IX coordinators for their respective campuses: Director of the Office of Institutional Opportunity and Access, IOA@ku.edu, Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY 9 for the Lawrence, Edwards, Parsons, Yoder, and Topeka campuses); Director, Equal Opportunity Office, Mail Stop 7004, 4330 Shawnee Mission Parkway, Fairway, KS 66205, 913-588-8011, 711 TTY (for the Wichita, Salina, and Kansas City, Kansas medical center campuses).

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