Temporary Research Assistant, UMKC School of Science and Engineering Job at UMSL, Kansas City, MO

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  • UMSL
  • Kansas City, MO

Job Description

Hiring Department

Division of Biological and Biomedical Systems

University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Science and Engineering

For more information regarding the School of Science and Engineering, visit: Job Description

Research Assistant position in genetics and muscle development

RNA regulation plays an important role in enabling muscles to undergo development and fine-tune their contractile ability. Defects in RNA regulation lead to impaired function and muscle disease. Dr. Maria Spletter's lab used the powerful genetic model organism Drosophila melanogaster to understand how RNA binding proteins, which regulate RNA processing, contribute to muscle-type specific development and function. They employ a variety of techniques, including classic genetics, live imaging, confocal microscopy and immunohistochemistry, bioinformatics, mRNA-Seq, mass spectrometry, molecular biology and protein biochemistry. the Lab is looking for a research assistant who is excited to investigate muscle development and RNA regulation, who is interested in gaining experience with diverse laboratory techniques, and who is organized, reliable and works well on a team. If desired, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop their own research project within the interests of the lab, in addition to working with other team members.

This is a temporary, non benefit eligible, 1 FTE (40 hours/week) position for up to 6 months.

Qualifications

The successful candidate is expected to have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree or professional experience in biology, biochemistry, genetics or a similar field. Experience with molecular cloning, Drosophila husbandry, or confocal imaging are desirable. Candidates are expected to have solid organization and communication skills, and a strong work ethic.

Application Materials

To be considered, you must complete the application at including Legal Name, US employment eligibility, and current contact information. Upload all application materials (a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, a list of at least five references).

If you are experiencing technical problems, please email umpshrsupport@umsystem.edu.

For questions about the position, please contact umkcfacultysearch@umkc.edu include the Job Identification number and name of the position.

Handling of Application Materials

After initial review by the committee all uploaded materials may be shared with all faculty in the prospective home department. For affiliations and joint appointments materials may be shared with all faculty in all departments involved.

Application Deadline

Open until filled

Benefit Eligibility

This position is not eligible for University benefits. Individuals in non benefit eligible positions may choose to participate in the Tax Deferred Annuity Plan (403b). For information about this plan, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 816-235-6910.

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, Work at office,

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