Postdoctoral Fellow Full-time

Postdoctoral Fellow

This is a temporary training position that can be renewed annually, for a maximum of five years, based upon performance review, progress towards research goals, and continuation of funding. PhD must have been received within the past 3 years. This position is funded by Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT) and The Welch Foundation. The aim for this position is to investigate cancer-causing viruses and their interactions with hosts using a spectrum of structural biology techniques. We will take advantage of the state-of-the-art cryo-electron microscopy (cryo-EM), cryo-electron tomography (cryo-ET), cryo-correlative microscopy (cryo-CLEM), cryo-FIB milling, coupled with functional assays to dissect the molecular mechanisms of cancer-causing viruses.

Responsibilities

To undertake research aimed at applying cryo-electron microscopy, cryo-electron tomography, cryo-correlative microscopy, and cryo-FIB milling to study molecular architecture of cancer-causing viruses and their interactions with hosts.

To identify, develop, and apply a broad range of techniques to pursue the research objective.

To draft scientific papers and contribute to the overall preparation of research for publication and grant application.

To present scientific progress within the group and at external conferences.

To assist in the training of PhD students and other lab members and to contribute to laboratory-wide discussions on developments within the field.

To contribute to the Department's and University's mission in the public engagement of science, and the translation of research findings into improvements in human health.

Required Qualifications

PhD must have been received within the past 3 years. A strong background and track-record in molecular biology, structural biology, and infectious diseases. Capacity to plan your own work and objectives on a 12-month basis and manage your experimental work within the project along with your supervisor. Ability to identify, develop, and apply the relevant techniques to achieve the goals of the projects. Basic knowledge in coding language, including but not limited to, basics of Linux, MATLAB, Python. Ability to carry out both wet-lab work for sample preparation and dry-lab work for image analysis. Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary environment.

Salary

$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

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