Postdoctoral Associate - Gene Manipulation in Marine Animals
Core
Develop and optimize functional genetic tools in non-traditional marine models, specifically establishing transgenic protocols in Aplysia californica and morpholino-based gene knockdown in Gulf toadfish.
Role type
Postdoctoral Associate (method development in marine molecular biology)
Builds
Novel genetic manipulation protocols for marine animal models
Domain
Marine biology, molecular biology, developmental biology
Required skills
Molecular biology, developmental biology, neurobiology, physiology, transgenesis, gene knockdown, microinjection, experimental protocol design, troubleshooting
Preferred skills
Experience with aquatic model systems
Technologies
N/A
Responsibilities
Establish transgenic protocols in Aplysia californica, Develop morpholino-based gene knockdown protocols in Gulf toadfish, Design and troubleshoot experimental protocols, Publish research reports and technical papers
Seniority
Postdoctoral, independent researcher