Postdoctoral Fellow, Genetically Encoded Small Molecules Lab

The Rockefeller University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 61,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

The Rockefeller University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Associate in the Laboratory of Genetically Encoded Small Molecules in New York, NY. The role focuses on accessing bioactive natural products and their biosynthetic gene clusters from soil, using molecular biology, organic chemistry, and microbiology.

You will design and execute independent and collaborative projects, maintain rigorous records, and contribute to publications while engaging in scientific writing and dissemination

Qualifications

• PhD in chemistry, biochemistry, microbiology, biology, or a related field.
• Experience with untargeted metabolomics and phylogenetic analyses.
• Strong organization skills and ability to maintain accurate records.
• Excellent communication and collaboration in a fast-paced research environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute independent and collaborative research projects.
• Maintain strong organizational practices, attention to detail, and accurate research records.
• Communicate effectively and work both independently and collaboratively.
• Engage in scientific writing and dissemination activities, including opportunities to lead first-authored manuscripts and contribute to collaborative publications.
• Perform related duties & responsibilities as assigned/requested.

Skills

Molecular biology

Microbiology

Untargeted metabolomics

Phylogenetic analyses

Scientific writing

Education

PhD in chemistry/biochemistry/microbiology/biology

Tools

LC-MS

Chromatography

NMR

Peptide synthesis

Molecular biology techniques

Job description

The Rockefeller University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Associate in the Laboratory of Genetically Encoded Small Molecules in New York, NY. The role focuses on accessing bioactive natural products and their biosynthetic gene clusters from soil, using molecular biology, organic chemistry, and microbiology.

You will design and execute independent and collaborative projects, maintain rigorous records, and contribute to publications while engaging in scientific writing and dissemination