Postdoctoral Researcher Cell and Molecular Biology of Protein Regulation

Mote Marine Laboratory; West Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The laboratory of Dr. Xing Liu at Purdue University seeks a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to join an interdisciplinary program exploring fundamental mechanisms of protein regulation in mammalian cells and model organisms.

Researchers employ mechanistic approaches across cell biology, genetics, genome editing, quantitative proteomics, and biochemical and biophysical methods to understand cellular signaling and developmental plasticity.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. with strong training in cell biology, molecular biology, genetics, developmental biology, or biochemistry.
• Strong understanding of molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying biological regulation.
• At least one first-author article published or accepted in a reputable peer-reviewed journal.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong motivation, scientific curiosity, and ability to think critically and independently.

Responsibilities

• Join interdisciplinary program investigating protein regulation in mammalian cells and model organisms.
• Use mechanistic approaches across molecular, cellular, and organismal contexts, employing genome editing and proteomics.

Skills

Cell biology

Molecular biology

Genetics

Developmental biology

Biochemistry

Communication skills

Education

Ph.D. in cell/molecular biology or related field

Job description

The laboratory of Dr. Xing Liu in the Department of Biochemistry at Purdue University is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to join an interdisciplinary research program investigating fundamental mechanisms of protein regulation in mammalian cells and model organisms. The laboratory studies dynamic protein regulatory networks, with particular interests in protein ubiquitination, protein complex remodeling, and cellular signaling, and how these processes regulate cell function and developmental plasticity.

Our research uses mammalian cell systems and model plants to address fundamental biological questions across molecular, cellular, and organismal scales. Current projects integrate cell biology, molecular genetics, genome editing, quantitative proteomics, and complementary biochemical and biophysical approaches. We are particularly interested in researchers who enjoy using mechanistic approaches to understand biological regulation in cellular and organismal contexts.

Essential Qualifications

• Ph.D. with strong research training in any of the following or related disciplines: cell biology, molecular biology, genetics, developmental biology, or biochemistry
• Strong understanding of molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying biological regulation
• At least one first-author research article published or accepted in a reputable peer-reviewed journal
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Strong motivation, scientific curiosity, and ability to think critically and independently

Preferred Qualifications

Experience or strength in one or more of the following areas is desirable:

• Mammalian cell biology, including stem cell or differentiation-related research
• Model organism research, particularly involving genetic, cell biological, or developmental approaches
• Genetics and CRISPR-based genome engineering
• Molecular and cell biological analysis of protein function and regulation
• Proteomics or mass spectrometry
• Quantitative and analytical thinking