Undergraduate Genomics & Data Analysis Research Assistant

The Pennsylvania State University; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Harrisburg is seeking undergraduate students for research positions in the Tsotakos Lab. The research focuses on chronic kidney disease and involves analyzing genomic and EHR data. Candidates will engage in lab maintenance, experiment preparation, and data analysis. Successful completion of BIOL 230W is typically required, with preferred qualifications in genetics courses. Competency in Bioinformatics, including GWAS analysis using Python or R, is valued. This position fosters practical experience in a research-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of BIOL 230W, Molecules and Cells is typically required.
• Preferred qualifications include BIOL 322, Genetic Analysis or other related 400-level classes.
• Competency in Bioinformatics skills, including GWAS analysis and working knowledge of Python and/or R is valuable.
• Attention to detail and detailed recordkeeping are highly valued.

Responsibilities

• General lab maintenance.
• Preparation of materials for experiments.
• Maintenance of mammalian cell culture.
• Implementation of routine Biochemistry and Molecular Biology experiments, such as Western blotting, molecular cloning, and qPCR.
• Data analysis.

Skills

Bioinformatics skills

GWAS analysis

Python and/or R

Attention to detail

Education

BIOL 230W, Molecules and Cells

BIOL 322, Genetic Analysis

Job description

A prominent educational institution in Harrisburg is seeking undergraduate students for research positions in the Tsotakos Lab. The research focuses on chronic kidney disease and involves analyzing genomic and EHR data. Candidates will engage in lab maintenance, experiment preparation, and data analysis. Successful completion of BIOL 230W is typically required, with preferred qualifications in genetics courses. Competency in Bioinformatics, including GWAS analysis using Python or R, is valued. This position fosters practical experience in a research-oriented environment.