Research Intern

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 (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

Education required: Bachelor's degree in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, or a related field.

Required Qualifications:

• 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

Desirable Qualifications:

• 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.