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Lead bioinformatics efforts for CRISPR gene editing across crop species, including working with graduate students and crop research groups to prioritize target genes, analyze sequences, design sgRNAs, and help analyze sequence data of edited progeny. Assist with optimizing CRISPR techniques in the AgriLife Research Crop Genome Editing. Assist with optimizing next generation sequencing techniques in the AgriLife Research Genomics and Bioinformatics Services Lab. Occasional Duties:Other duties as required. Required Education: PhD Preferred Education: PhD Required Experience: None Preferred Experience: Experience in bioinformatics analysis. At least 2 years using plant molecular biology techniques in the laboratory (PCR, cloning, sequencing) and data analysis (using genomics databases and sequence analysis tools). Required special knowledge, abilities, and skills: Familiarity with molecular genetics concepts, good communication and computer skills, good lab skills, ability to multi task and work cooperatively with others. Preferred special knowledge, abilities, and skills: Familiarity with plants genetics, CRISPR/Cas9 genome editing and bioinformatics.
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Documents associated with this posting: -Cover Letter - required -C.V. - required -List of References - required Comments to Applicants Employment is contingent upon the agency's verification of credentials and/or other information required by agency procedures, including the completion of a criminal history check. Finalists may be required to furnish a copy of official transcript documenting degree conferred. Texas law requires all males 18-25 show proof of compliance with federal Selective Service law to be eligible for employment. Does this position accept online applications? Yes Quicklink for Posting greatjobs.tamu.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=194464 Security-Sensitive Designation All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the agency's verification of credentials and/or other information required by agency procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. EEO Statement: Texas A&M AgriLife is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer [Click Here to Access the Original Job Post]
Lead bioinformatics efforts for CRISPR gene editing across crop species, including working with graduate students and crop research groups to prioritize target genes, analyze sequences, design sgRNAs, and help analyze sequence data of edited progeny. Assist with optimizing CRISPR techniques in the AgriLife Research Crop Genome Editing. Assist with optimizing next generation sequencing techniques in the AgriLife Research Genomics and Bioinformatics Services Lab. Occasional Duties:Other duties as required. Required Education: PhD Preferred Education: PhD Required Experience: None Preferred Experience: Experience in bioinformatics analysis. At least 2 years using plant molecular biology techniques in the laboratory (PCR, cloning, sequencing) and data analysis (using genomics databases and sequence analysis tools). Required special knowledge, abilities, and skills: Familiarity with molecular genetics concepts, good communication and computer skills, good lab skills, ability to multi task and work cooperatively with others. Preferred special knowledge, abilities, and skills: Familiarity with plants genetics, CRISPR/Cas9 genome editing and bioinformatics.
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Documents associated with this posting: -Cover Letter - required -C.V. - required -List of References - required Comments to Applicants Employment is contingent upon the agency's verification of credentials and/or other information required by agency procedures, including the completion of a criminal history check. Finalists may be required to furnish a copy of official transcript documenting degree conferred. Texas law requires all males 18-25 show proof of compliance with federal Selective Service law to be eligible for employment. Does this position accept online applications? Yes Quicklink for Posting greatjobs.tamu.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=194464 Security-Sensitive Designation All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the agency's verification of credentials and/or other information required by agency procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. EEO Statement: Texas A&M AgriLife is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer [Click Here to Access the Original Job Post]