Evening Zebrafish Research Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Description

The Poss group utilize zebrafish, and, occasionally, mice as model systems to study regeneration of tissues like heart muscle, kidney, spinal cord, and appendages. The primary focus of this position is regeneration research with duties involving (but not limited to) molecular biology, histology, surgeries, microinjection, and imaging and analysis, with opportunities for co-authorships on published manuscripts. There also will be some animal husbandry and general lab responsibilities. Training will be provided by the laboratory. We welcome ambitious applicants with enthusiasm for regenerative biology and for working with research zebrafish.

Primary Responsibilities:

Performing molecular biology, including making DNA constructs

Generating mutant or transgenic zebrafish by microinjection

Breeding, some husbandry, and genotyping of zebrafish 

Preparing chemicals, reagents, and solutions for general laboratory use

Operating laboratory equipment required for specific assays

Reviewing laboratory methods manuals, scientific journals, abstracts, and other literature for information applicable to research experiments

Assisting in training new personnel

Obtain, prepare, mount, and stain tissue for microscopic examination.

Data collection and imaging from experimental samples

Compiling, analyzing, and documenting results from experimental data, and drawing conclusions from experimental results

   Additional miscellaneous duties as required

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary duties.

Education and Experience:

Minimum Bachelor's degree in biology, zoology, or other directly related scientific field

2 years or more of post-bachelor experience in a laboratory research setting is strongly preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

Strong background in biology or engineering

Training in zebrafish work, molecular biology, and imaging will be provided

Must have the ability to work both independently and part of a dynamic research team

Strong written and oral communication skills are essential

Must have strong organization skills and attention to detail

Working Conditions and Physical Effort:

Standing for long periods of time is required

Work is normally performed in a wet laboratory environment

No or very limited physical effort is required

No or very limited exposure to physical risk

Occasional evening and weekend work