Postdoctoral Associate: CRISPR-Cas13 RNA Immunity Research

Rutgers University; Piscataway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Rutgers University’s Semenova Laboratory at the Waksman Institute invites applications for a Postdoctoral Associate to study CRISPR-Cas13–mediated immunity. The fellow will investigate collateral RNA cleavage across Cas13 homologs and related defense pathways.

The position emphasizes independent experiment design, data analysis, collaboration, and contributions to publications and grant proposals.

Qualifications

• PhD in Microbiology, Genetics, Molecular Biology or a related field by start date.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; strong organizational and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on RNA-targeting type VI CRISPR-Cas systems.
• Analyze data and prepare manuscripts for publication.
• Mentor and train undergraduate students in the lab.
• Prepare proposals for postdoctoral fellowships.
• Present findings at conferences.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team player

Self-driven

Education

PhD in Microbiology, Genetics, Molecular Biology or related field

Tools

SnapGene

GraphPad

Job description

Rutgers University’s Semenova Laboratory at the Waksman Institute invites applications for a Postdoctoral Associate to study CRISPR-Cas13–mediated immunity. The fellow will investigate collateral RNA cleavage across Cas13 homologs and related defense pathways.

The position emphasizes independent experiment design, data analysis, collaboration, and contributions to publications and grant proposals.