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

Thomas Jefferson University & Jefferson Health; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Post-Doctoral Fellow to join a cutting-edge laboratory focused on DNA repair systems and their implications in neurodegeneration and cancer. This role involves utilizing advanced cryo-EM techniques to explore critical protein interactions within DNA repair pathways, particularly in the context of Huntington's disease. The successful candidate will benefit from a state-of-the-art facility and contribute to groundbreaking research. If you possess a strong background in molecular biology and a passion for innovative science, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Strong background in molecular biology and biochemistry required.
• Experience with DNA repair systems and neurodegeneration is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Study protein-DNA and protein-protein interactions in DNA repair pathways.
• Conduct research in the context of Huntington's disease.

Skills

Molecular Biology

Biochemistry

Cryo-EM Expertise

Attention to Detail

Strong Work Ethic

Education

Ph.D. in Biochemistry or Molecular Biology

Tools

Glacios 200kV Transmission Cryo-Electron Microscope

Job description

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. It has access to a cryo-EM facility 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.

Application Contact

If interested, please contact:

Anna Pluciennik, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor

Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

Email: [e-mail]

More info: https://www.jefferson.edu/university/jmc/departments/biochemistry/faculty-staff/faculty/pluciennik.html

Work Details

Shift: Day shift (United States of America)

Worker Sub Type: Regular

Location

951 Locust Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States of America