Research Intern

Position Requirements

Bachelor's degree in biology or a related field. One year of research experience in a laboratory setting is highly preferred; relevant undergraduate research experience will be considered. Experience with aseptic technique and culturing mammalian cells preferred.

Position Duties

The Gamm Lab studies inherited and acquired eye diseases that culminate in the degeneration of photoreceptors and retinal pigment epithelium, a significant cause of visual morbidity. The goals of the Lab are to use human pluripotent stem cells (hPSCs) to investigate the cellular and molecular events that occur during retinogenesis, to model retinal degenerative diseases, and to provide cells for use in rescue or replacement therapies. This is an opportunity for individuals to pursue additional training and experience prior to pursuing a graduate or advanced degree. The individual will gain further training, knowledge, and experience in the culture and maintenance of hPSCs, their differentiation toward retinal cell types and tissues, and the characterization of retinal cells derived from hPSCs. Additionally, they will learn skills such as sectioning, immunohistochemistry, and molecular techniques to investigate retinal development in vitro.

Application Instructions

Email resume and cover letter to Lindsey Jager, [email protected], subject line "Research Intern-Development and Disease Modeling"