Student Research Assistant (f/m/d) for Crocus comparative cytogenetics
Core
Perform fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) analysis, generate and compare karyograms/ideograms, and analyze pollen sterility in Crocus taxa to understand karyotype evolution.
Role type
Student Research Assistant (molecular cytogenetics)
Builds
Karyotype data and pollen sterility analysis for evolutionary studies
Domain
Plant sciences / Molecular cytogenetics
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
FISH analysis, karyogram generation, chromosome ideogram creation, pollen sterility analysis, imaging flow cytometry data analysis
Preferred skills
Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, cytogenetics experience
Responsibilities
Perform FISH analysis on Crocus vernus using repeat-based and chromosome painting probes; Generate and compare karyograms and chromosome ideograms; Analyze pollen sterility using Alexander staining and imaging flow cytometry data
Seniority
Student (Master's level)