Postdoctoral fellow/Senior Research Support Specialist

Stony Brook University; Stony Brook (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Misra laboratory at Stony Brook University seeks a Postdoctoral Associate for NIH-funded research on growth regulation in Drosophila. Responsibilities include molecular biology, genetic crosses, and data analysis. Ideal candidates hold a PhD in Biomedical Sciences and are skilled in scientific writing and molecular techniques.

Qualifications

• PhD degree required.
• Competent in molecular techniques (PCR, cloning).
• Proficient scientific writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain Drosophila stocks and perform genetic crosses.
• Conduct cell culture and molecular cloning.
• Contribute to manuscript and grant writing.

Skills

Molecular Biology techniques

Scientific writing

Education

PhD degree in Biomedical Sciences or closely related field

Job description

Required Qualifications: (as evidenced by an attached resume)
PhD degree (or foreign equivalent) in Biomedical Sciences or a closely related field. Competent in Molecular Biology techniques (PCR, cloning, site-directed mutagenesis, RT-PCR), Immunoprecipitation, and Western Blotting. Must be proficient in scientific writing.

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with mammalian cell culture, protein expression (E. coli, yeast, and mammalian cells), and purification. Experience with Drosophila Genetics, dissection, immunostaining, and confocal microscopy.

Brief Description of Duties:
The Misra laboratory at Stony Brook University is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate for our NIH-funded research focusing on growth regulation by Hippo signaling in Drosophila development and cancer. We utilize Drosophila developmental genetics, cell biology, and biochemistry. Extensive training will be provided for techniques.

Under the supervision of Dr. Jyoti Misra, the incumbent will:

• Maintain Drosophila stocks and set up genetic crosses
• Perform dissections, immunostaining, and confocal microscopy
• Prepare proteins, RNA, and DNA; perform molecular cloning and purify recombinant proteins from E. coli, insect cells, etc.
• Conduct mammalian cell culture using sterile techniques
• Perform biochemical analyses such as kinase assays and Western Blotting
• Analyze data and contribute to manuscript writing; may assist in grant writing
• Train new personnel as needed

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