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The lab currently has two NIH-funded projects focused on using molecular tools such CRISPRCas technology, as well as single-cell/nucleus transcriptomics, ATACseq, proteomics, Cut & Run analysis, methylome analyses, and conventional cell culture and cell biology/imaging techniques such as HCR in situ hybridization. The goal is to identify genetic and epigenetic switches required to induce retina and lens regeneration in non-competent and competent tissues/animals. Please check our lab website at https://www.eyeregenerationlab.com/.

Minimum Qualifications:

Required: Ph.D. in developmental/molecular biology, as well as a proven publication record in the field of developmental biology.

Consideration will be given to applicants with experience in cell culture, working with small animal models, and basic knowledge on RNA sequencing approaches, western blots, RT-qPCR, plasmid cloning, HCR-FISH, classical transgenesis, and CRISPRCas gene editing. Expertise in salamander husbandry and breeding is not expected and will be trained.

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