Research Assistant

Job Description

A Research Assistant position is available to join in the Department of Biochemistry, College of Medicine and Health Science, UAE University, AlAin, UAE. The focus of our research is to create patient specific induced pluripotent stem cells (iPS Cells). These hiPS cells will be differentiated into cells of pathological relevance to understand disease mechanisms and drug testing. The project involves creating iPSCs from PBMCs, lineage specific differentiation, epigenetic analysis, CRISPR/Cas9 based gene editing and other molecular biology techniques. Preference will be given to candidate with experience in molecular biology and cell culture techniques. Experience in stem cells culture and differentiation is a plus.

Minimum Qualification

We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-driven, hard-working person who can work independently and carryout experiments. The applicant must have Master’s degree in biomedical science.

Preferred Qualification

As above

Expected Skills

minimum of 1-2 years laboratory-based research experience. Candidates with experience in molecular biology, culture and differentiation of stem cells will be given preference.

Special Instructions to Applicant

Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Salary Range

5000-6500 UAE Dirhams per month

Close Date     Kindly apply before the closing date.

15/03/2024

Job is no longer active