Positions in yeast labs
Bioassays Intern - Hexagon Bio (posted 15 May 2019)
Description: Hexagon Bio is creating a reliable way to identify and rapidly develop small molecules that have evolved in nature. We are a team of 23 scientists and engineers based in Menlo Park, California.
Position Overview: As an intern on the bioassays team at Hexagon Bio, you will be responsible for running cell-based growth assays, establishing new screening assays and executing protocols in accordance with internal standard operating procedures. You will gather data, interpret and present results and collaborate with the team.
How to apply: Please check the website (https://www.hexagonbio.com/careers/bioassays-intern/), then send your CV and cover letter to careers@hexagonbio.com.
Postdoctoral Fellow - Garcia Lab at the University of Oregon (posted 26 April 2019)
Department Description: The Institute of Molecular Biology (IMB) is a research institute that has 18 labs and approximately 150 employees, including 45 graduate students who train in our labs. We have an administrative structure, which includes accounting, purchasing, personnel, PI support, building management, and three service centers, including genomics and cell characterization, and imaging.
Position Overview: The Postdoctoral Fellow will carry out studies of eukaryotic epigenetic regulation using mostly genetic, biochemical, and cell biological techniques in yeast and/or mammalian cells. The purpose is to make high-impact discoveries in the field of epigenetics. In particular, work will involve study of prion proteins (non-toxic) and their impact on RNA regulation, as well as how stress affects epigenetic mechanisms in cells. More info is available at garcialab.org.
How to apply: Please email Dr. Garcia. Include your CV (which includes three professional references) and a brief statement about your research interests (1/2 to 1 page).
Research Assistant/Lab Manager- Garcia Lab at the University of Oregon (posted 25 April 2019)
Department Description: The Institute of Molecular Biology (IMB) is a research institute that reports to the Vice President for Research and Innovation. We have 18 labs and approximately 150 employees, including 45 graduate students who train in our labs. We have an administrative structure, which includes accounting, purchasing, personnel, PI support, building management, and three service centers.
Position Overview: This Research Assistant position will involve a mix of laboratory maintenance duties as well as studies of eukaryotic epigenetic regulation using mostly genetic, biochemical, and cell biological techniques. The purpose of this position is to support the efforts of the Garcia lab as well as independently (under the direction of Dr. Garcia) make high-impact discoveries in the field of epigenetics. In particular, work will involve study of prion proteins (non-toxic) and their impact on RNA regulation, as well as how stress affects epigenetic mechanisms in cells.
The essential responsibilities will be to help maintain the functions of the Garcia lab while also designing and conducting experiments, interpreting data, and training other researchers in the laboratory and maintaining laboratory equipment.
See the full job description HERE
How to apply: Please access the University of Oregon Careers website to read the full job posting: http://careers.uoregon.edu/cw/en-us/job/523838/research-assistantlab-manager. Along with your online application (which includes three professional references), please upload a cover letter and CV/resume.
