The laboratory of Dr. Yue Lu is seeking a full-time Post-Baccalaureate Research Intern to join a research group studying the cellular and molecular mechanisms that regulate cell-cell fusion.

The Research Intern will support lab operations and perform experiments under general and direct supervision. This position offers hands-on training in confocal and advanced microscopy, cell and molecular biology approaches (such as cell culture, CRISPR-Cas9-based gene editing, and molecular cloning), data analysis, manuscript preparation, and scientific communication. Please see the Lu lab website for more information about our research interests:  https://lu.lab.uiowa.edu

This position is designed for individuals who:

• Seek training, experience, and mentoring in a research setting

• Plan to pursue a graduate or professional degree in biomedical sciences

• Have U.S. citizenship or permanent residency

Post-Baccalaureate Research Internship Program:

http://research.uiowa.edu/students/post-baccalaureate-research-internship

Bachelor’s degree in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, or a related field.

Basic knowledge of the following:

• Basic molecular biology techniques (PCR, plasmid purification, bacterial transformation, and gel electrophoresis)


• Cell culture


• Laboratory organization, inventory management, and equipment maintenance


• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Working proficiency with the following:
  
  
  
  • Mammalian cell culture and sterile techniques
  
  
  • Standard molecular techniques, including PCR, plasmid purification, bacterial transformation, gel electrophoresis and western blot.
  
  
  
  


• Strong interest in cell biology, molecular biology and microscopy.


• Experience in maintaining mouse colonies.