Research assistant in CRISPR‑engineered cellular models of genetic disorders
Pubblicato il 02-09-2026 - Iigm - Italian Institute For Genomic Medicine in Collegno
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The Chemical Biology Lab at the Italian Institute for Genomic Medicine (IIGM) is seeking highly motivated candidates at all levels of seniority (predoc, postdoc)
to work in high-content imaging and analysis with a focus on cell-to-cell heterogeneity and phenotypic variability in membrane trafficking. The laboratory investigates key aspects of Rab GTPases and their involvement in hereditary genetic diseases. The project aims to generate cellular model of steroid-resistant nephrotic syndrome (SRNS) disease and perform genotype-phenotype correlation analysis using molecular and computational tools developed in the lab. By integrating phenotypic mapping with biochemical and genetic information, we seek to elucidate the biological functions of rare genetic variants causing steroid-resistant nephrotic syndrome. The Institute provides state-of-the-art genomics, single-cell genomics sequencing platforms and high-content imaging platforms.
The successful candidates will take on the following responsibilities:
- Generate isogenic HK-2 cell lines harbouring genetic mutations causing SRNS disease
- Perform immunostaining of Rab GTPase and other proteins involved in intrace