Postdoctoral Research Associate -Invasive fungal and bacterial diseases

Pherobase; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Postdoctoral Research Associate - Invasive Fungal and Bacterial Diseases

Brookhaven National Laboratory is a multipurpose research institution funded primarily by the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Science. Located on Long Island, New York, Brookhaven Lab brings world-class facilities and expertise to important questions in basic and applied science. The Laboratory’s almost 3,000 scientists, engineers, and support staff are joined each year by more than 4,000 visiting researchers from around the world.

Supported by the Department of Energy Office of Biological and Environmental Research, this position will help develop a "Biopreparedness Research Virtual Environment" (BRaVE) platform to address current and emerging biothreats with an initial focus on the biomolecular characterization of a fungal disease targeting a bioenergy crop. The selected candidate will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to perform biomolecular characterization of plant-pathogen interactions through integrated cell biology, biochemistry, structural biology, and bioimaging tools to investigate pathogenic processes and the dynamics of infection, replication, release, and systemic transmission.

This position has a high level of interaction with an international and multi-cultural scientific community. Brookhaven National Laboratory and the Energy and Photon Sciences Directorate are committed to your success, offering a supportive work environment and the resources necessary for you to succeed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Prepare samples for downstream characterization.
2. Collect and analyze data.
3. Document experimental details and disseminate results through reports and publications.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

1. Ph.D. in biophysics, molecular biology, biochemistry, chemistry, cell biology, plant biology, pathology, genetics, microbiology, immunology, virology, or a related field.
2. Proven abilities for dissemination of research through publication in peer-reviewed journals.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

1. Experience in protein production from bacteria, insect, yeast, or mammalian cells.
2. Experience in gene expression in plant leaves or protoplasts.
3. Experience in protein crystallography.
4. Experience in cryo-electron microscopy (single particle or tomography).
5. Experience in the use of a cryo-FIB for milling biological samples.
6. Experience in characterizing cells and tissues using live-cell imaging, X-ray tomography or X-ray fluorescence imaging.
7. Experience in the identification and characterization of protein-protein interactions using fluorescence, affinity purification, and Kd measurements.
8. Ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically.
9. Self-motivated and able to work both independently and as a team player.

The full salary range for this position is $70,200 - $90,825/year, with offers commensurate with qualifications, education, and experience.

Initial 2-year appointment subject to annual renewal contingent on performance and funding. Candidates should submit a CV, a brief description of their research interests (less than 200 words) in a cover letter, and contact information for three references.

Brookhaven Science Associates is an equal opportunity employer that values inclusion and diversity at our Lab. We are committed to ensuring that all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without discrimination.