Research Associate I
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About the Role
Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar seeks a Research Associate I to support biological sciences research in breast cancer and colorectal cancer. The role involves molecular biology, genetics, genomics, and biochemistry techniques, including next-generation sequencing.
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Responsibilities
- Conduct experiments on the role of minor intron splicing in breast cancer
- Setup and optimize new techniques including immunofluorescence and colony formation assay
- Perform data analysis and assist in writing reports and manuscripts
- Setup next generation sequencing experiments (RNA Seq) and analyze results
- Work on PARP inhibition in colorectal cancer cell lines and combinatorial approaches
- Maintain laboratory records and manage laboratory operations
- Supervise other researchers and mentor undergraduate researchers
Requirements
- Experience in molecular biology, genetics, genomics, and biochemistry techniques
- Proficiency in mammalian cell culture and functional assays
- Experience with next generation sequencing (RNA Seq)
- Ability to supervise and mentor undergraduate researchers
- Strong data analysis and manuscript writing skills
Full Job Posting
Overview
- The Department of Biological Sciences at Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar (CMU Q) is seeking a highly motivated Research Associate to support the research program spanning the laboratories.
Younis Lab Responsibilities
- Conducting experiments on the role of minor intron splicing in breast cancer.
- Setup and optimize new techniques, including but not limited to immuno fluorescence and colony formation assay.
- Required experiments and techniques are in the areas of Molecular Biology, Genetics, Genomics and Biochemistry.
- Data analysis.
- Supervise other researchers in the lab.
- Assist in writing reports and manuscripts.
- Setup next generation sequencing experiments (RNA Seq).
- Analyze and confirm RNA seq results.
Naik Lab Responsibilities
- Working on several aspects of the project titled 'Investigating PARP inhibition in colorectal cancer cell lines and combinatorial approaches to improve sensitivity'.
- Contribute to laboratory based research involving mammalian cell culture, molecular biology techniques, functional assays, data analysis, and laboratory management.
- Mentoring undergraduate researchers, maintaining laboratory records, writing manuscripts and supporting collaborative research projects.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance.
- Generous retirement savings program with employer contributions.
- Tuition benefits.
- Ample paid time off and observed holidays.
- Life and accidental death and disability insurance.
- Free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass.
- Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs.
- Fitness center access.
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