Postdoctoral Fellow Full-time

Postdoctoral Fellow

The Cambronne lab has a funded position for a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher with experimental expertise in large-scale fluorescence data collection and analyses. Ideal candidates will have additional experience in flow cytometry, imaging, cell culture, next-generation sequencing, and metabolic analyses. The project involves working with a unique collection of metabolic biosensors.

We are a collaborative team of creative and accomplished researchers, who strive towards discoveries through innovation. Our research environment supports individual initiative and critical thinking, as well as the training of future generations of scientists. We uphold a high standard in scientific rigor, and tackle challenging problems in cell biology, molecular biology, biochemistry and physiology to glean insight into disease onset and progression.

Responsibilities include leading and conducting primary research, working with the PI to establish project goals, setting and adhering to project timelines, performing research, maintaining detailed records, preparing figures and manuscripts, establishing new protocols, collaborating with colleagues relating to lab work, and providing guidance/assistance on related projects to other lab members. Additionally, staying abreast with primary literature and presenting research progress within the group and as needed to broader audiences is required.

Required Qualifications

Requires a PhD in molecular biology, biochemistry, or closely related field. The PhD degree must have been received within the past three years. Prior expertise in molecular and cell biology or biochemistry is essential.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred skills include critical thinking, creative problem solving, strong organizational habits, a solid work ethic, high self-motivation and conscientiousness. Ability to follow-through projects till completion and the ability to work with other co-workers committed to high standards. Experience in flow cytometry, imaging, cell culture, next-generation sequencing, and metabolic analyses is preferred.

Salary Range

$58,744 + depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

• Uniforms and/or personal protection equipment (furnished).
• May work around chemical fumes.
• May work around standard office conditions.
• May work around biohazards.
• May work around chemicals.

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest