Postdoctoral Fellow
Postdoctoral Fellow (Cell Biology/Biochemistry) Full-time
We are seeking a creative and enthusiastic Post-Doctoral researcher to characterize the role of the endoplasmic reticulum (ER) unfolded protein response (UPR) in the development of age-related macular degeneration (AMD). The candidate will work with an integrated multidisciplinary team with different scientific fields including cell biology, advanced imaging (single-molecule tracking), theoretical modelling, and clinical research. The project will include in vitro biochemical and cell biology assays, molecular genetics, CRISPR-based screens, cell-based and patient-derived cells, and analysis of changes in gene expression.
The work will be conducted within the School of Biological Sciences, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (www.thibaultlab.com).
Responsibilities
- Work within a team to achieve key performance indicators of research projects
- Acquire proficiency in discipline-specific knowledge
- Acquire new technical skills, as required by the project
- Plan, design and implement independent research project
- Supervise research staff and/or graduate students in the plan, design, and implementation of projects
- Assist with organization and management of the research team
Communicate research progress and outcomes regularly
- Prepare technical reports for the program PIs and present data at regular group meeting
- Take lead role in manuscript preparation for scientific journals
- Present research at external conferences and meetings
Maintain open communication with colleagues
- Regular communication, as needed, with principal investigators, collaborating colleagues, lab members, SBS administrative staff
- Serve as postdoctoral representative, on a limited basis, on internal committees
Requirements
- PhD in biology, biochemistry, or related field
- Specific expertise in fluorescent image analysis, genetics, biochemistry, in vitro cell culture, molecular cellular biology or computational biology.
- A demonstrable record of oral presentation of research and peer-reviewed publication is required
- Ability to work independently, within a large and collaborative team
Expected starting date – July 2021
Only short-listed candidates will be notified.
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