Research Assistant in the Division of Science [Biology] - Dr. David A. Scicchitano

InsideHigherEd; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established research university is seeking a Research Assistant to explore DNA damage mechanisms and genome maintenance. This exciting opportunity involves utilizing advanced techniques like RNAseq and PCR to study how DNA repair pathways interact. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in molecular biology and laboratory skills, making significant contributions to groundbreaking research. Join a dynamic team at the forefront of scientific inquiry in a multicultural environment that fosters intellectual growth and innovation.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of molecular biology techniques and laboratory experience.
• Experience with RNAseq and single-cell RNAseq preferred.

Responsibilities

• Examine DNA damage response mechanisms and repair pathways.
• Utilize RNAseq and single-cell RNAseq for transcriptome analysis.

Skills

Recombinant DNA

Molecular Biology

SDS-PAGE

Cell Culture

Western Blots

Education

Master's Degree in Biology

Bachelor's Degree in Biology

Tools

PCR

RNAseq

Proteomics

Metabolomics

Job description

Description

The laboratory of David A. Scicchitano in the Division of Science at New York University Abu Dhabi seeks to recruit a Research Assistant to work on the mechanisms underlying genome maintenance, particularly in response to agents that damage DNA.

DNA damage within the transcription unit of a gene has profound effects on the quality and quantity of transcripts when the region is expressed. The location of DNA damage also influences its repair. This position will examine the effect of abating DNA repair enzymes on other DNA repair pathways that might act to compensate for the loss. Specifically, RNAseq and single-cell RNAseq will be used to address changes to the transcriptome. The current approaches include PCR, RNAseq, western analysis, proteomics, and metabolomics. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of some of the following: recombinant DNA, molecular biology, SDS-PAGE, cell culture, and laboratory experience using standard scientific equipment. Experience with western blots is ideal.

A master's degree in biology is preferred, although a bachelor's degree in biology with completion of a research project as part of the degree course will be considered. The terms of employment are competitive. Applications will be accepted immediately, and candidates will be considered until the position is filled. To be considered, all applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, transcript of degree, a one-page summary of research interests explaining why this position interests them, and two letters of recommendation submitted directly to Interfolio, all in PDF format. Note that this position will be based in Abu Dhabi, so candidates must be prepared to live and work in the United Arab Emirates.

NYU Abu Dhabi is a degree-granting research university with a fully integrated liberal arts and science undergraduate program in the Arts, Sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities, and Engineering. NYU Abu Dhabi, NYU New York, and NYU Shanghai form the backbone of NYU's global network university, an interconnected network of campuses and academic centers across six continents that enable seamless international mobility of students and faculty. This global university represents a transformative shift in higher education, where the intellectual and creative endeavors of academia are shaped and examined through an international and multicultural perspective. As a major intellectual hub at the crossroads of the Arab world, NYUAD serves as a center for scholarly thought, advanced research, knowledge creation, and sharing through its academic, research, and creative activities.

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UAE Nationals are encouraged to apply.