Work offered

Ref. No. EC-2025-USFQ-045

Employer information:
Employer:
USFQ Universidad San Francisco de Quito Adress:
Business or products:
University
Contact person:
Hidden
Employer's website:
www.usfq.edu.ec
Working place:
Cumbayá
Nearest international airport:
Aeropuerto Internacional de Quito
Nearest public transport:
Number of employees:
1000
Working hours per week:
30
Daily working hours:
6
Student information:
Discipline:
Field of study: Any (),
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Completed years of study:
3
Language REQUIRED for training: (1 - excellent, 2 - good, 3 - fair)
Language
Level
English
Or
Spanish
Other requirements: The student should be close to finishing their undergraduate degree (exceptions can be made based on work experience). The student should bring their own laptop and lab coat.We need a student that is committed and dedicated to the projects, and has a positive attitude. The student should be very consistent and meticulous with his/her work, and be able to work independently.
Work offered:
Kind of work:
Work description: ProjectThe student will have the opportunity to participate in diverse projects focused on Ecuador's fascinating biodiversity. One project seeks to establish a standardized protocol for sex identification in king buzzards using various sample types like feathers and blood. This will aid conservation efforts by providing accurate data on population demographics. Another project tackles the issue of bird mortality on the San Cristobal-Puerto Chino highway. Using DNA barcoding, scientists aim to identify run-over victims even when their morphology is compromised, shedding light on the species most affected and informing mitigation strategies. A third project seeks to understand the genetic diversity and structure of the Andean bear using hair samples. DNA is extracted from these samples and different markers are analyzed to construct haplotype maps and assess genetic diversity and population structure. Finally, a new project explores the genomic adaptations of mortiño to high altitudes. This will be done by sequencing the genomes of samples collected across the Ecuadorian highlands and identifying the genetic adaptations that allow this species to flourish in harsh conditions.Activities:- DNA and RNA extraction and purification- PCR- Gel electrophoresis and interpretation- Genomic library preparation- Long-read sequencing using MinION
Working environment:
Office work
Number of weeks offered:
min: 9 - max: 9
Within the time period:
01/05/2025 00:00:00 - 31/07/2025 00:00:00
Gross pay:
460.0 USD Monthly
Expected deductions:
0
Accommodation information:
Lodging will be arranged by:
IAESTE
Expected type of accommodation:
No data
Payment Method:
Frequency of Payment:
Canteen available at work:
No
Estimated cost of lodging:
250.0 USD NoData
Estimated cost of living (incl. lodging):
460.0 USD Monthly
Number of hardcopies: 0
Deadline for nomination: 15/03/2025 00:00:00
Additional Info: As a student you will be enrolled at Universidad San Francisco de Quito , therefore your legal status in Ecuador will be as a student doing a cultural exchange program , in order to complete your studies. Despite of the fact that Ecuador allows almost every country to come as a tourist, you must to request an extension of permanence in Ecuador if you stay longer than 90 days. It is mandatory to apply a visa before coming to Ecuador for the following countries: Afganistan, Angola, Bangladesh, Republic of Cameroon, Cuba, Egypt, Eritrea, Etiopia, Gambia, Ghana, Guinera, Haiti, Ivory Coast, India, Irak, Kenia, Libia, Nepal, Nigeria, Pakistán, Philippines, Democratic Republic of the Congo, North Korea, Senegal, Siria, Somalia, Sri Lanka, Venezuela, Vietnam, Yemen. Students must have Health Insurance. Accommodation will be arranged by IAESTE ECUADOR in the case that student will want our help. We will pick you up from the airport and take you to your Guest House.