Using CRISPR/Cas9 genome editing to study the gene regulation in plant

The Facette Lab is seeking undergraduate researchers interested in plant biology and genetics to work on the gene expression regulation of development in the grasses (how plants grow and develop stem, leaves, flowers, seeds, etc). Gene expression is tightly regulated by noncoding sequences like promoter regions (like switch control of genes). To genetically connect the developmental phenotypes (what plants look like), we use CRISPR/Cas9 and molecular techniques to edit the different regions of promoter sequence in specific growth-related genes (like testing how to switch control genes) to understand how gene expression changes cause different phenotypes in the grasses. We promise to devotedly teach you and bring you the best fun science as we can. Students in the lab will engage with all lab members, but work directly with an experienced lab member on a day-to-day basis.

 A diverse, equitable and inclusive environment is critical to all that we do in the Facette lab, and we encourage Black, Indigenous, and Afro-Latine students to apply. You don’t need any previous experience, we’ll teach you everything that we’ll expect you to do.

When students start in the lab, usually they will be compensated in credit.  Future paid summer internships are often available for students as well.