Research Assistant for Project on Asthma in Horses

Research Assistant for Project on Asthma in Horses

The Department of Medical Sciences is a large clinical institution with more than 250 employees and over 900 additional coworkers connected via the Uppsala University Hospital. The Department of Medical Sciences has a broad research profile with strong research groups in a number of different areas. The research carried out at the department is performed in close connection with the clinical activities at the Uppsala University Hospital, which includes both basic studies on the causes of a variety of illnesses and the development and evaluation of improved diagnostics and new treatment methods. More information about the Department of Medical Sciences can be found at www.medsci.uu.se

The research group in molecular precision medicine is seeking a research assistant for a temporary position lasting 7 months within a project concerning asthma-like diseases in horses. The project is conducted in collaboration with researchers in clinical veterinary medicine at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences. For more information about the research group and the project, see the link provided:

https://www.medsci.uu.se/research/mpm/research-projects/allergy/

Duties
The current project aims, among other things, to analyze new biomarkers for inflammatory airway conditions in horses. The work involves participating in sample collection both in clinical settings and in field studies, as well as organizing and documenting these samples. Additionally, responsibilities include extracting RNA/DNA (from lung lavage samples, plasma, and blood samples), performing qPCR analyses, and preparing sequence libraries for NGS analysis.

Requirements
Bachelor's degree in biological sciences. We are seeking a meticulous and organized individual with documented experience in RNA/DNA extractions. Proficiency in communication, both verbal and written, in English is required. Significant importance will be placed on personal suitability, particularly the ability to work collaboratively with other researchers, veterinarians, and bioinformaticians.

Previous experience in isolating and analyzing cell-free RNA from plasma samples with NGS is a requirement.

About the employment
The employment is a temporary position, 7 months. Scope of employment 100 %. Starting date 15 June or as agreed. Placement: Uppsala

For further information about the position, please contact: Amanda Raine, Amanda.Raine@medsci.uu.se

In this recruitment we have replaced the cover letter with questions that you are asked to answer when making your application. The answers will be used as a part of the selection process.

Please submit your application by May 7 2024, UFV-PA 2024/1389.

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