Research Assistant

We are seeking a highly motivated Part-time Research Assistant to assist with research projects in the laboratory of Professor Yasser Majeed in the Biological Sciences Department at CMU-Q. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background and the ability to work independently in a dynamic environment. This role involves supporting ongoing research projects, collecting and analyzing data, preparing progress reports, and supervising undergraduate students.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct experiments, organize, analyze, and manage data, ensure data accuracy and integrity, assist in the preparation and maintenance of research reagents and supplies.

Analyze experimental data.

Prepare reports and summaries of research findings.

Provide laboratory supervision to undergraduate students.

Attend lab meetings to update the principal investigator on research progress. Ensure research compliance with university policies.

Essential requirements:

A Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences.

Demonstrable experience with mammalian cell culture and molecular biology techniques (e.g., Nucleic acid extraction, qPCR, CRISPR/Cas9-editing).

Prior academic research experience.

Preferred qualifications and experience:

A Master’s degree in Biomedical Sciences or related (e.g., Molecular Biology). Experience with adipocyte biology and use of CRISPR/Cas9 technology in mammalian cells. Experience with supervising students in the laboratory.

Your application package must include:

You will not be considered if you do not comply with this.

• Curriculum vitae highlighting your qualifications, experience, and skills in the context of the job description. Please include the names and contact details of 2 academic referees.
• Cover letter indicating specifically how your experience and skills are relevant to this position.
  
  

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Location

Doha, Qatar

Job Function

Researchers

Position Type

Staff – Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Full Time/Part time

Part time

Pay Basis

Hourly

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