Postdoc: Microbiology — Ribosome QC in B. subtilis

Zymtronix Catalytic Systems Inc; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 62,232 - 88,745; Full time

Job summary

Cornell University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Associate in Microbiology in the Heather Feaga lab. This position investigates ribosome quality control in Bacillus subtilis, combining genetics, biochemistry, ribosome profiling, and high-throughput screens.

The appointee will design independent projects, contribute to publications, train students, and engage in public outreach with the Ithaca Sciencenter.

Qualifications

• PhD in biochemistry, molecular microbiology, or related field.
• Motivated to develop an independent future research program.
• Experience in bacterial genetics and molecular biology techniques.
• Desirable experience in bioinformatics or protein structure.

Responsibilities

• Data Collection, Analysis, and Interpretation of experiments related to ribosome quality control in Bacillus subtilis.
• Writing of scientific papers and manuscripts in collaboration with the scientific community.
• Supervision and training of graduate and undergraduate students; general lab management.
• Communication of results at conferences and with collaborators.
• Public outreach activities in collaboration with the Ithaca Sciencenter.

Skills

Bacterial genetics

Molecular biology techniques

Bioinformatics

Protein structure

Education

PhD in biochemistry, molecular microbiology, or related field

Job description

Cornell University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Associate in Microbiology in the Heather Feaga lab. This position investigates ribosome quality control in Bacillus subtilis, combining genetics, biochemistry, ribosome profiling, and high-throughput screens.

The appointee will design independent projects, contribute to publications, train students, and engage in public outreach with the Ithaca Sciencenter.