Lab Assistant

Position Summary

The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences is currently seeking motivated Lab Assistants to join Dr. Singh’s research team at the University of New Mexico School of Medicine.

Dr. Singh’s lab focuses on decoding the epigenetic basis of ocular and metastatic cancers as well as age-related macular degeneration (AMD). This is a unique opportunity to be trained in cutting-edge biomedical research with direct impact on future diagnostics and therapeutics.

What You'll Do

• Support MD students in ongoing research projects focused on uveal melanoma, cancer epigenetics, and age-related macular degeneration (AMD)
• Receive hands-on training in epigenetics and molecular biology techniques under the supervision of MD or PhD students, with the goal of independently performing experiments over time
• Coordinate lab time with MD/PhD mentors to ensure efficient training and project progress
• Assist with literature reviews and maintain accurate research databases
• Learn and apply experimental design, data analytics, and research methodology
• Collaborate with researchers from diverse scientific backgrounds
• Contribute to scientific writing and publication efforts, when appropriate
• Participate in cell culture work, ensuring the proper growth and maintenance of various cell lines, spheroids, and organoids
• Apply learned techniques and knowledge to independent research projects once adequately trained
  
  

Why Join Us?

• Gain hands-on experience in an active biomedical research lab
• Learn cutting-edge research methods and explore the mechanisms of cancer and AMD
• Develop skills in data analysis, computational biology, and bioinformatics
• Contribute to medical research with real-world applications
• Be part of various scientific paper writing and publications
• Enhance your resume for graduate school or other future career opportunities
• Potential for future academic projects or funded scholarship positions in Dr. Singh’s lab

**WE ARE ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION FROM ALL STUDENTS REGARDLESS OF WORK STUDY AWARD**

Minimum Qualifications

Equivalencies not found for this position

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum/Preferred Qualifications:

• Work study or BIOM410/BIOM498 candidates preferred.
• Major in Biology, Biostatistics, Computer Science
• Strong interest in medical research and data analysis
• Good organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Interest or experience in molecular biology, cell culture and epigenetics/genetics is a plus
• Interest in or experience with scientific writing is a plus
• Interest in or experience with bioinformatics is a plus