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Research Assistant (TEMP)

Drexel University

Philadelphia (Philadelphia County)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 60,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Job summary

An innovative university is seeking a Research Assistant to join Dr. Hangjun Ke's lab in the College of Medicine. This exciting temporary position offers the chance to work on groundbreaking research into malaria parasites, utilizing advanced techniques like CRISPR/Cas9. As part of a collaborative team, you'll gain hands-on experience in molecular biology, including PCR and plasmid extractions, while contributing to the development of new antimalarial therapeutics. If you're passionate about science and eager to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in life sciences or related fields.
  • At least 1 year of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

  • Investigate Plasmodium falciparum malaria parasites.
  • Learn CRISPR/Cas9 techniques and perform PCR and molecular cloning.

Skills

CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing
PCR
Molecular cloning
Plasmid extractions
Parasite cultivation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in life sciences

Job description

Join to apply for the Research Assistant (TEMP) role at Drexel University.

We are inviting applicants to apply for a temporary job in Dr. Hangjun Ke’s lab within the department of Microbiology and Immunology at Drexel University College of Medicine.

Essential Functions:

  1. The Ke lab investigates Plasmodium falciparum malaria parasites to develop new antimalarial therapeutics.
  2. Opportunities to learn CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing techniques.
  3. Perform PCR, molecular cloning, plasmid extractions (miniprep or maxiprep), and parasite cultivation.
  4. Work under the supervision of Dr. Ke and senior lab members in a BSL2 setting.

Required Qualifications:

  1. Bachelor's Degree in life sciences or related fields.
  2. At least 1 year of relevant experience.

Physical Demands:

  • Sitting at a desk/table.
  • Standing and walking.

Location:

  • Queen Lane Campus - Philadelphia, PA.

Additional Information:

This is a temporary, non-exempt position. Pay is based on qualifications, experience, department budget, and internal review. For benefits information, review Drexel’s Per Diem/Casual/Temporary Benefit Fact Sheet.

Application Instructions:

Please upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application. Review of applicants begins once a suitable candidate pool is identified.

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