Postdoctoral Research Associate in Bacteriophage Biology

The Phage; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hughes Lab at the University of North Texas is inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate with expertise in microbiology and bacteriophage biology. The successful candidate will conduct independent experiments, manage the research project, and contribute to manuscript preparation.

Applicants should have a PhD in Biology and experience with phage isolation, genome annotation, and genetic engineering in actinobacterial systems.

Qualifications

• PhD in Biology or equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Experience in bacteriophage isolation and genome annotation.
• Experience with gene cloning and genetic engineering in actinobacterial phage systems.
• Experience presenting research and mentoring students.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent experiments and analyze data.
• Manage day-to-day lab activities for the project.
• Prepare manuscripts for publication.
• Write research proposals and assist with grant applications.
• Present research at meetings and conferences.

Job description

The Hughes Lab at the University of North Texas is inviting applications for a motivated and collaborative Postdoctoral Research Associate with expertise in microbiology and bacteriophage biology.

The lab investigates the diversity of bacteriophages that infect actinobacterial hosts, with a particular emphasis on phages targeting the genus Streptomyces. The research focuses on understanding these viruses, their proteins, and their interactions with bacterial hosts.

This opportunity is suited to researchers with experience in bacteriophage isolation, genome annotation, and experimental characterisation who are interested in advancing phage biology through laboratory research and collaborative scientific investigation.

The successful candidate will contribute to research involving:

• Diversity of bacteriophages infecting actinobacterial hosts
• Bacteriophages targeting the genus Streptomyces
• Phage isolation and genomic annotation
• Experimental characterisation of bacteriophages and their proteins
• Phage–host interactions
• Gene cloning and genetic engineering in actinobacterial phage systems

Experience in experimental microbiology and bacteriophage research will be particularly relevant to this position.

Key Responsibilities

The Postdoctoral Research Associate will be expected to:

• Conduct independent experiments and collect, analyse, and interpret research data.
• Manage the day-to-day activities of the research project.
• Prepare manuscripts for timely publication.
• Write research proposals and contribute to scientific writing activities.
• Present original research through talks and posters at meetings and conferences.
• Train and mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
• Contribute to the collaborative research environment of the Hughes Lab.

Qualifications & Skills Required

Applicants must hold a doctoral degree or PhD in Biology from an accredited institution. Candidates who have completed all doctoral requirements, with formal conferral of the degree pending at the time of appointment, may also be eligibl

The following experience is preferred:

• Experimental experience with gene cloning.
• Genetic engineering in actinobacterial bacteriophage systems.
• Practical experience in bacteriophage isolation and genome annotation.
• Experimental characterisation of phages, phage proteins, and phage–host interactions.

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