Postdoctoral Fellow, Biology Kehoe Lab

Indiana University (IU); Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Bloomington's Department of Biology is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow to characterize DNA binding of a new class of photoreceptors. The successful candidate will investigate transcription factor-DNA interactions using biochemical and computational methods in moss biology environment, collaborating on NSF-funded projects.

The role requires a Ph.D. in molecular biology or biochemistry, with at least two years of relevant research experience.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in molecular biology or biochemistry required.
• Two years’ experience in transcription factor-DNA binding research desirable.

Responsibilities

• Characterize the DNA binding activity of novel photoreceptors.
• Work in the laboratory to determine DNA binding sites and light color-regulated activities.

Skills

Transcription factor-DNA binding

Prokaryotic signal transduction

Education

Ph.D. in molecular biology or biochemistry

Job description

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POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH POSITION AVAILABLE TO CHARACTERIZE DNA BINDING OF A NEW CLASS OF PHOTORECEPTORS

A position is available for a Postdoctoral Fellow in the laboratory of Dr. David Kehoe in the Department of Biology at Indiana University Bloomington to characterize the DNA binding activity of novel photoreceptors in marine Synechococcus using DNA /protein biochemistry and computational approaches. This project is funded by the NSF Systems and Synthetic Biology Program and builds on our successful initial studies of Type 4 Chromatic Acclimation (CA4) as described in publications in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences USA and Annual Review of Microbiology. Briefly, this project will focus on determining the DNA binding sites and light color-regulate binding activities of two novel photoreceptors we have identified as master regulators of CA4.

Basic Qualifications

A Ph.D. in molecular biology or biochemistry is required, in addition to at least two years’ experience in transcription factor- DNA binding research. Knowledge of prokaryotic signal transduction and transcriptional control is desirable but not essential. Only candidates who are U.S. citizens or who have a currently valid visa for research work in the U.S. can be considered for this position. Kehoe lab information is at https://biology.indiana.edu/about/faculty/kehoe-david.html. Initiative, a strong work ethic, good communication skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a dynamic research team is expected.

Department Contact for Questions

Salary will be commensurate with experience. This position will include full benefits (health insurance, retirement, etc.). Best consideration date is December 10, 2026. Expected start date is January 20, 2027, although the position will remain open until filled.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Have you previously been employed with IU?
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Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae
• Letter of Application
• Research Paper/Publication/Writing Sample
• List Of References