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BACKGROUND

The Sanger Mouse Pipelines Genome Engineering group(GE) generates custom mutations in mice by gene targeting in embryonic stem (ES) cells and directly in the mouse zygote by applying cutting edge gene targeting technology.GE creates mutant alleles of interest to Sanger Institute Faculty, many of which are used as models for human disease. Our efforts benefit from extensive targeting vector/ES cell modular resources generated previously as part of the KOMP, EUCOMM, and EUCOMMTOOLs high throughput gene targeting programs and associated expertise as well as the successful implementation of CRISPR/Cas9 methods.

RESPONSIBILITIES

We are seeking two highly motivated and flexible individuals to join the GE team as an Advanced Research Assistant. The post holder's main responsibilities will be execution of day-to-day workflows of projects for the generation of targeting vectors, CRISPR/Cas9 reagents and the generation and validation of quality assured targeted mouse ES cells. Key responsibilities include execution and timely delivery of these resources, accurate record keeping, project troubleshooting and an ability to work across multiple projects. In addition, the group also has a research and development (R&D) commitment to implement new approaches that facilitate the insertion of complex alleles directly into the mouse zygote.

REQUIREMENTS

Previous experience of mammalian cell culture, especially mouse ES cell (mESC) culture is a prerequisite for this role. The candidate would also be expected to be able to genotype the mESC clones generated in order to provide quality assured reagents for microinjection. The candidate should have a broad knowledge of molecular biology techniques such as nucleic acid extraction, construct generation (via conventional cloning, Gibson assembly and/or recombineering), PCR, restriction enzyme analysis and sequencing. An understanding of conventional gene targeting and the more recent CRISPR/Cas9 genome engineering techniques would be advantageous. The successful candidate must be able to work as part of a team and also have the ability to independently handle complex workflows from project start to delivery. Good communication/record keeping skills are a key part of the role.

PREFERENCES

Experience of transfection, nucleofection and electroporation technologies would be advantageous
Practical experience in understanding gene structures on standard genome browsers
Practical experience and theoretical understanding of gene targeting strategies
Ability to test ,implement and troubleshoot new approaches and techniques

TERMS

Permanent

COMPENSATION

Salary range: £24589 to £30995 per annum, plus excellent benefits

HOW TO APPLY

For further details and to apply please click on the following link: https://jobs.sanger.ac.uk/wd/plsql/wd_portal.show_job?p_web_site_id=1764&p_web_page_id=317800

DEADLINE

Closing date for applications, 3rd September 2017

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