Senior Research Assistant, Regenerative Eye Biology

miamioh.edu; Oxford (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Research opportunities

Collaborative environment

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a full-time Senior Research Assistant for the Del Rio-Tsonis lab in Ohio. The role focuses on research in regenerative biology, specifically on eye regeneration using advanced molecular techniques. Qualified applicants must have a Ph.D. in developmental or molecular biology and experience in cell culture and various RNA techniques. This position offers a collaborative environment and opportunities for substantial scientific contributions.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in developmental/molecular biology required.
• Proven publication record in developmental biology.
• Experience with small animal models preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on eye regeneration using model organisms.
• Utilize CRISPR-Cas technology and transcriptomics.
• Identify genetic switches for retina and lens regeneration.

Skills

Cell culture

RNA sequencing

Western blots

Plasmid cloning

CRISPR-Cas gene editing

Education

Ph.D. in developmental/molecular biology

Job description

A leading educational institution is seeking a full-time Senior Research Assistant for the Del Rio-Tsonis lab in Ohio. The role focuses on research in regenerative biology, specifically on eye regeneration using advanced molecular techniques. Qualified applicants must have a Ph.D. in developmental or molecular biology and experience in cell culture and various RNA techniques. This position offers a collaborative environment and opportunities for substantial scientific contributions.