Postdoctoral Fellow – Protein Engineering & Synthetic Biology

Princeton University; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Princeton University is seeking a full-time Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Atkinson Lab, Omenn-Darling Bioengineering Institute. The role focuses on protein engineering and synthetic biology to control gene expression and metabolism in cells and to develop tunable, 2D lattices for molecular separations, catalysis, and photonics.

The successful candidate will lead experimental design and execution for ARIA-funded work, collaborate with UK and US researchers, and gain skills in

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in bioengineering, synthetic biology, biophysics, or related field.
• Prior experience in a research environment.
• Experience in microbiology, molecular biology, biochemistry, or synthetic biology.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Interest or expertise in protein engineering techniques.
• Ability to manage time and prioritize tasks.
• Growth mindset and safety awareness.
• Willingness to learn new techniques and methods.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and execution of experiments for an ARIA-funded project.
• Engineer microbial S-layer proteins into 2D lattices for separations, catalysis, and photonics.
• Collaborate with UK and US researchers on fast-paced projects.
• Develop skills in computational protein design and protein purification.
• Co-author high-impact research articles.

Skills

Effective communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Growth mindset

Safety conscious

Collaboration skills

Education

Ph.D. in bioengineering, synthetic biology, biophysics, or related field

Tools

AFM

TEM

Python

Microsoft Office

Job description

Princeton University is seeking a full-time Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Atkinson Lab, Omenn-Darling Bioengineering Institute. The role focuses on protein engineering and synthetic biology to control gene expression and metabolism in cells and to develop tunable, 2D lattices for molecular separations, catalysis, and photonics.

The successful candidate will lead experimental design and execution for ARIA-funded work, collaborate with UK and US researchers, and gain skills in