Postdoctoral Researcher

Sdbonline; Newark, Northern (DE, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Sdbonline invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher to join an interdisciplinary team investigating conserved microRNA functions and subcellular transport during development. Methods include microinjection, microscopy, biochemistry, proteomics in embryos and mammalian cells.

The position emphasizes independent work within a collaborative environment, strong publication record, and bioinformatics skills (R); mentoring junior researchers is expected. Open until filled.

Qualifications

• PhD in Developmental Biology, Cell Biology, RNA Biology, Molecular Biology, or related field.
• Strong molecular and cellular biology techniques including cloning, imaging, biochemistry and cell culture.
• Experience in experimental design, data analysis and publication output.
• Ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary team; mentoring students.
• Excellent written and oral communication; record of publications; bioinformatics experience using R.

Responsibilities

• Perform experiments using microinjection, imaging, biochemistry, and proteomics.
• Analyze data and interpret results to advance project goals.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and mentor students.
• Prepare manuscripts and present findings at meetings.

Skills

Excellent communication

Mentoring

Data analysis

Education

Ph.D. in Developmental Biology or related field

Tools

R programming

RNA-seq analysis

Job description

We invite applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher to join a dynamic, interdisciplinary research team. The successful candidate will contribute to a collaborative project investigating the evolutionarily conserved functions of microRNAs and their subcellular transport during development. Utilizing microinjection, cellular, molecular, biochemical, proteomics, and fluorescence microscopy techniques, the researcher will assess microRNA regulation and functions in fixed and living embryos and mammalian cells.

Qualifications

• Education:
• Ph.D. in Developmental Biology, Cell Biology, RNA Biology, Molecular Biology, or a related field.
• Technical Expertise:
• A strong background in molecular and cellular biology techniques, including molecular cloning, confocal imaging, protein expression, biochemistry, and cell culture.
• Research Skills:
• Demonstrated experience in experimental design, data analysis, and data interpretation, alongside a proven ability to bring research projects to completion and publication.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. Be willing to mentor working alongside a small team of undergraduate and graduate students.
• Communication:
• Excellent organizational, written, and oral communication skills.
• Publication Record:
• A record of publishing at least two first-author peer-reviewed articles from prior research work.
• Experience with bioinformatics procedures, specifically programming in R to analyze large datasets such as high-throughput nucleic acid sequencing (e.g., RNA-seq) and proteomics datasets.

Appointment Terms

• Initial appointment of 1 year, renewable based on performance and funding availability.
• Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Interested candidates should submit the following documents:

• Cover Letter: Describing research experience and career goals (limited to 2 pages).
• Curriculum Vitae: Including publications and conferences attended.
• References: Names and contact information for three professional references.

We are deeply committed to mentoring and training our postdoctoral researchers, providing the tailored support needed to achieve your long-term career goals.

Position is open until filled.