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The SlizovskiyLab is currently seeking to hire:

1. PhD student with a strong interest and background in human and animal microbiology, microbial genomics, computational biology, computer science, and / or biostatistics. The student must have some publication record, and  a clear interest or pation for the study of microbial population dynamics.

2. Post-doctoral trainee with a publication record in microbial ecology, computational biology, bioinformatics, and / or computer science.

3. Undergraduate research assistant who is interested in gaining experience with molecular biology workflows for microbiome studies. The student will have the opportunity to learn how to perform genomic DNA extraction, purification, characterization; metagenomic library preparation and metagenomic / microbiome sequencing. Management of automated machines and fluid handling robots will be a part of this job requirement. Previous experience in molecular biology is not required. The undergraduate student will have the opportunity to participate in a weekly lab meeting and / or mentorship with other graduate students, post-docs, research staff and faculty; they are welcome to learn about other research projects being worked on in the lab.

Overall expectations: Candidates should demonstrate consistency in work, with high attention to detail, and excellent organizational skills. Good communication skills are very important. Work in the wet lab will require completion of basic biosafety training before starting lab work. Computationally focused applicants will require 

For more information: If interested, please email a CV and short letter of interest to Dr. Ilya Slizovskiy (islizovs@purdue.edu)









Contact



Ilya B. Slizovskiy: islizovs@purdue.edu


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