Part time Research Assistant - UMKC School of Medicine

University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine. Department of Biomedical Science

Our research interest is to identify the novel molecular signals controlling inflammation and study their contribution to human inflammatory diseases such as sepsis shock, atherosclerosis and cancer. Currently, we are characterizing a novel zinc finger containing protein family in the regulation of cytokine production and anti-virus. We are using a comprehensive approaches including mouse genetics and molecular and cellular biology methods to explore new genes and novel molecular mechanisms in the regulation of inflammation.

Duties:

• Managing mouse colonies
• Performing experiments
• Managing the laboratory

Minimum qualifications:

Bachelor's degree.

Preferred Qualifications:

Strong background in molecular biology or Biochemistry.

Research experience

Salary is $19/hr. Approximately 17 to 19 hours/week.

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