The Khokha Lab (Department of Pediatrics and Genetics at Yale University School of Medicine) is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated full-time postgraduate intern with an interest in animal husbandry, aquaculture and/or genetics. The Khokha Lab uses the aquatic frog Xenopus tropicalis as a model system to study genes causing human birth defects. We have a colony of approximately 5000 X. tropicalis frogs. The colony consists of multiple genetically inbred strains as well as many transgenic frog lines.
This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate who hopes to manage a research or commercial aquaculture system, or who is considering a career in research animal husbandry. Recirculating vivarium systems often differ in design and scale, however they have the same basic components, and require understanding of the same husbandry concepts. The position entails all aspects of Xenopus husbandry from embryo to adult, including breeding, feeding, record keeping, water quality testing, tank and room sanitation among various other duties. During their experience here they would also learn some of the institutional and regulatory requirements of keeping a colony of research animals, as well as the fundamentals of colony management. Please note the internship will not involve lab work.
The ideal candidate will hold a bachelor’s degree in a biology-related field, with a good understanding of basic and/or water chemistry. Previous experience is not required; the intern will be trained in all aspects of the position. Interest in aquaculture and genetics is a plus. This position is contracted for one year, with the possibility of extending to a second year. There is a potential for long term employment depending on the motivation and interest of the applicant.
To apply, please email maura.lane@yale.edu a current resume, names and email addresses of three references, and a cover letter indicating your experience and interest in the lab.
For more information, please visit: https://medicine.yale.edu/lab/khokha/.
