Postdoctoral Research Associate in Biochemistry & Molecular Genetics-Bielinsky Lab

University of Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative laboratory is seeking a dedicated postdoctoral research associate to engage in cutting-edge NIH-funded projects focused on molecular pathways relevant to cancer and genetic diseases. This role offers a unique opportunity for recent Ph.D. graduates to gain invaluable research experience while working under the guidance of a senior scholar. The position emphasizes collaborative research, data presentation, and meticulous documentation, making it ideal for those passionate about advancing their academic careers. Join a vibrant team committed to excellence and diversity in scientific research, and contribute to groundbreaking discoveries that could change lives.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate required.
• Experience in cell culture and biochemistry is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct experiments and collaborate with the PI on research projects.
• Present findings at lab meetings and scientific conferences.
• Maintain accurate records and document data.

Skills

Cell culture

Biochemistry

DNA replication and repair

Genome editing (CRISPR)

Molecular biology methods

Genomics

Proteomics

Single-cell sequencing techniques

Education

Doctoral degree in life sciences or related field

Job description

The Bielinsky laboratory in the Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Genetics (www.virginia.edu/bmg) seeks to hire a postdoctoral research associate to participate in multiple NIH-funded projects that focus on the study of molecular pathways that defy replication stress relevant to cancer and rare genetic diseases.

Postdoctoral employment is temporary and is normally limited to an individual who has been awarded a Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate within the previous five years and who will be involved in full-time research or scholarship at the University. Employment as a Postdoctoral Research Associate is viewed as training and is preparatory for a full-time academic or research career, is supervised by a senior scholar, and allows the appointee to publish the results of his/her research or scholarship during the training period.

The successful candidate will:

• Candidate will perform experiments in collaboration with the PI based on the project and its specific aims.

• Candidate will meet with PI on a regular basis to discuss research data and decide next steps for conducting experiments.

• Candidate will present data at lab meetings and/or scientific conferences.

• Candidate will keep accurate records and document data in computational workbooks.

The position is a 12-month appointment with the possibility of renewal contingent upon satisfactory performance and the availability of funding. Salary is commensurate with education and experience.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Doctoral degree by the start date of the appointment in life sciences or a related field

• Prior experience in cell culture and biochemistry

• Highly organized, detail-oriented, capable and willing to work both independently and as a team member.

• Candidate must have demonstrated the capacity to perform high-quality research in the areas of cell cycle regulation, DNA replication and repair.

• Experience in genome editing, using clustered regularly interspaced short palindromic repeats (CRISPR) tools, and basic molecular biology methods are minimal requirements. Experience with the culture of induced pluripotent stem cells is also required.

• Some experience in genomics and proteomics and knowledge of single-cell sequencing techniques are preferred qualifications but not necessary.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.

To Apply:

Please apply through the UVA job board, and search for R0071961. Internal applicants must apply through their UVA Workday profile by searching 'Find Jobs'. Complete an application online with the following documents:

• CV/Resume

• Cover letter

• Three letters of recommendation should be submitted electronically, directly to [e-mail] with the applicant's name in the subject heading.

Upload all materials into the resume submission field, multiple documents can be submitted into this one field. Alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF for submission. Applications that do not contain all required documents will not receive full consideration.

For more information on the benefits available to postdoctoral associates at UVA, visit postdoc.virginia.edu and hr.virginia.edu/benefits.

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