Research Associate 1 – Yale University

General Purpose:  Function as a Lab Manager overseeing a Molecular Biology Lab using a zebrafish model system. Research in the Hoffman Lab at Yale focuses on using zebrafish as a model system for the functional analysis of autism risk genes (www.hoffmanlab.net). Work on an independent research project, master generation of zebrafish mutants using CRISPR/Cas9 technique, maintain wild-type and mutant fish lines, characterize new mutant fish lines by genotypic and phenotypic analysis, supervise undergraduates and post-graduate associates in the laboratory and fish facility.

Required Education and Experience:  Master’s Degree in a scientific discipline and one year experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated knowledge and ability with zebrafish husbandry and maintenance.
• Demonstrated proficiency in molecular biology, including cloning, PCR, in vitro transcription, in situ hybridization, western blotting, and immunohistochemistry.
• Demonstrated ability in zebrafish analysis and mRNA injection.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated strong work ethic.
• Preferred Education, Experience and Skills: Master’s Degree in the Biological Sciences, Neuroscience, Genetics or a related discipline, and one year experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 5 or more years of experience. Ability to lead and provide oversight in a lab setting.

Application: For more information and immediate consideration, please apply online at http://bit.ly/2txRpIY. Please be sure to reference this website when applying for this position.

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