The Vokes lab asks fundamental questions about how embryos generate specific organs and how transcriptional repression and epigenetic regulation influence these processes. Our studies utilize mice as a genetic system for modeling human development and birth defects. We are looking for a paid undergraduate research assistant to conduct experiments and assist with lab duties over the summer. In addition to developing research skills, you would participate in lab meetings and journal clubs where you would learn presentation skills and improve your ability to understand and critique scientific literature.
You must be a rising sophomore or junior biology major with some prior laboratory experiences. Strong candidates are enthusiastic about immersing themselves in a research project that would likely take place over more than one year. Because of the time involved, we prefer students who are in their Sophomore year although we will also consider juniors (seniors will not be considered). A background in Genetics and Developmental Biology is useful but not required. To apply, send a CV or resume and an indication of why you are interested in our research.
The project would require a comittment over the summer with the possibility of extending this into the Fall and beyond.
Conducting experiments, reading papers, learning new techniques, assisting with lab duties such as genotyping and ordering.
