Associate Scientist - Epigenetic Basis of Pediatric Brain Disease - Jamy Peng Lab
Core
Investigate how genomic DNA organization and gene regulation within stem cells influence their function and identity, explore chromatin structure, histone modifications, and their impact on gene expression to uncover the molecular basis of pediatric cancer and normal development.
Role type
Associate Scientist (Epigenetics & Stem Cell Biology)
Builds
Research insights into epigenetic mechanisms and gene regulation in stem cells
Domain
Pediatric oncology, developmental neurobiology, epigenetics
Deliverable
research
Required skills
chromatin structure analysis, histone modification assays, epigenetic regulation of gene expression, protein–RNA interactions, ChIP-seq, ATAC-seq, RNA-seq, CRISPR-based perturbation, stem cell assays, experimental design, troubleshooting, data processing and summarization
Preferred skills
leading research experiments, lab and scientific project coordination, training laboratory personnel
Technologies
ChIP-seq, ATAC-seq, RNA-seq, CRISPR-based perturbation, imaging assays
Responsibilities
Independently perform experiments using existing, modified, or newly developed techniques; set up protocols using new or modified laboratory techniques and troubleshoot experiments; identify, process, organize, and summarize experimental data; assist in drafting manuscripts, posters, SOPs, and policies; maintain up-to-date knowledge of the field and related techniques; provide guidance and training to less-experienced team members; perform calibration of instruments and equipment
Seniority
Mid-level IC (7+ years experience)
