Postdoc: Nudibranch Kleptocnidy Genomics & Physiology

Laplace Expert Ltd; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Berkeley invites applications for a Postdoctoral Scholar in the Tarvin Lab studying kleptocnidy in nudibranch mollusks. The position focuses on genetic and physiological mechanisms and involves RNA sequencing, pharmacological inhibition assays, and related molecular biology work in a UC Berkeley lab.

The appointment is full-time for two years with possible extension subject to funding; a PhD is required by start date and applicants with doctoral studies may apply before

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent by appointment start; applicants enrolled in a PhD may apply before completion.
• No more than three years of post-degree research experience by start date.

Responsibilities

• Conduct RNA sequencing experiments and pharmacological inhibition assays.
• Manage or assist with animal husbandry for lab work.
• Publish papers and present findings at conferences.
• Design and propose related research projects as opportunities arise.

Skills

RNA sequencing

Pharmacological inhibition assays

Genomics

Molecular biology

Animal husbandry

Education

PhD or equivalent

Job description

University of California, Berkeley invites applications for a Postdoctoral Scholar in the Tarvin Lab studying kleptocnidy in nudibranch mollusks. The position focuses on genetic and physiological mechanisms and involves RNA sequencing, pharmacological inhibition assays, and related molecular biology work in a UC Berkeley lab.

The appointment is full-time for two years with possible extension subject to funding; a PhD is required by start date and applicants with doctoral studies may apply before