Post-Doctoral Research Fellow- Lab of Dr. Anna Pluciennik- Department of Biochemistry and Molec[...]

Jefferson Health; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health organization is seeking a Post-Doctoral Research Fellow to join the lab of Dr. Anna Pluciennik. The role involves studying DNA repair systems related to neurodegeneration and cancer, utilizing advanced cryo-EM technology. Candidates should have a strong background in molecular biology and a commitment to research excellence.

Qualifications

• Strong background in molecular biology/biochemistry required.

Responsibilities

• Study protein-DNA and protein-protein interactions in DNA repair pathways.
• Focus on genome instability in Huntington's disease.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Strong Work Ethic

Education

Ph.D.

Tools

Cryo-EM

Job description

Post-Doctoral Research Fellow - Lab of Dr. Anna Pluciennik - Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

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Job Details

A Post-Doctoral Fellow position is available immediately in the laboratory of Dr. Anna Pluciennik at Thomas Jefferson University to study DNA repair systems in the context of neurodegeneration and cancer.

Job Description

We are looking for a cryo-EM expert to study protein-DNA and protein-protein interactions in the DNA repair pathways involved in genome instability in Huntington’s disease. The laboratory is located in newly renovated space in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. The laboratory has access to a cryo-EM facility at Jefferson equipped with a state-of-the-art Glacios 200kV transmission cryo-Electron Microscope with Falcon 4 direct electron detector. A strong background in molecular biology/biochemistry, attention to detail, and a strong work ethic are required.

Contact Information

If interested, please contact:

• Anna Pluciennik, Ph.D.
• Assistant Professor
• Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
• Email: [e-mail]
• Faculty Profile: https://www.jefferson.edu/university/jmc/departments/biochemistry/faculty-staff/faculty/pluciennik.html

Work Details

• Shift: Day (United States of America)
• Type: Regular
• Location: 951 Locust Street, Philadelphia, PA, USA

Additional Information

Jefferson is committed to equal opportunity employment and provides a diverse, inclusive environment. For more details, visit Jefferson's official website or contact the department directly.