Research Staff Assistant

1 week ago

Morningside, Canada Job Details Full time US$40,900 - US$43,000 per year
  • Job Type: Support Staff - Non-Union
  • Bargaining Unit:
  • Regular/Temporary: Regular
  • End Date if Temporary:
  • Hours Per Week: 35
  • Salary Range: $40,900 to $43,000
The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Position Summary

The Andolfatto lab group studies the evolutionary processes shaping genome evolution and the genetic mechanisms underlying adaptations and species-specific traits. To do this, they generate and analyze innovative experimental data by bringing together aspects of functional/phylo/population-genomics, ecology, biochemistry and molecular genetics and employ a wide variety of model and non-model organisms, including Drosophila, butterflies and other insects, corals, fish, reptiles and amphibians.

Responsibilities

Under the Supervision of the PI, the incumbent will perform the following duties:

-  Under the direction of the PI: Assist in molecular biology research including nucleic acid extractions, PCR, sequencing, DNA cloning and site-directed mutagenesis, cell culture (maintenance, transfection and assays), preparing next-generation sequencing libraries for RNA and DNA (50% time).

-  Under the direction of the PI: Maintain Drosophila stocks, assist in performing genetic crosses with a variety of Drosophila species and carrying out genetic screens, biochemical and phenotypic assays (30% time).

-  Assist in general lab organization and maintenance (20% time)

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required in a scientific discipline, such as biology or a related field (biochemistry, molecular biology, and genetics).  One year of experience in a research environment, laboratory setting, and familiarity with basic molecular biology techniques such as pipetting, cloning, PCR, microbiology, etc. Ability to work independently as well as with a team.   Good organization skills, keep good records and comfort with multi-tasking.

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