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Kapahi Lab | Stanford University Location: Stanford Research Park, 1701 Page Mill Road, Palo Alto, CA Pay: $20/hour Position: Part-time undergraduate research assistant The Kapahi Lab is seeking a motivated Stanford undergraduate to join our research team studying the biology of aging, longevity, and neurodegenerative disease using Drosophila (fruit flies) as a model organism. This is an excellent opportunity for a student interested in biology, genetics, neuroscience, or aging research to gain hands-on laboratory experience and become involved in ongoing research projects. Responsibilities The student will be trained to assist with: Preparing and pouring Drosophila media Basic fly husbandry, including transferring and maintaining fly stocks Setting up and monitoring lifespan experiments Collecting and organizing experimental data Assisting lab members with experiments related to aging and neurodegeneration General organization and maintenance of the fly research area Research Opportunities Beyond routine laboratory work, motivated students will have opportunities to become involved in research projects examining the genetic and metabolic mechanisms of aging and dementia. Depending on interest, performance, and time commitment, there may be opportunities to: Learn additional techniques in Drosophila genetics and aging biology Analyze lifespan and healthspan data Participate in lab meetings and scientific discussions Develop an independent research project Contribute to scientific manuscripts and potentially earn authorship when contributions warrant it Qualifications No previous experience with Drosophila is required; training will be provided. We are looking for someone who is: Reliable, careful, and organized Interested in biological research Comfortable working independently after training Able to make a consistent weekly commitment during the academic year Students considering careers in biomedical research, medicine, neuroscience, genetics, or aging biology are particularly encouraged to apply. To apply: Please send a brief description of your research interests, your CV/resume, and your expected weekly availability to pkapahi@stanford.edu

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Part time undergraduate Research Assistant – Aging & Neurodegeneration

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