Postdoctoral Researcher: Fertilization Calcium Signaling

The University of Massachusetts Amherst; Amherst (MA); Vor Ort; USD 63.000 - 71.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The University of Massachusetts Amherst is recruiting a Postdoctoral Research Associate to study signaling mechanisms underlying mammalian fertilization, focusing on calcium store refilling channels and egg activation.

You will design and perform patch-clamp, live-cell calcium imaging, and advanced imaging experiments, plus molecular analyses and collaboration with the lab team. Mentorship and manuscript preparation are part of the role.

Qualifikationen

• PhD in Cell Biology, Developmental/Reproductive Biology, Neurobiology, or related fields.
• Strong background in cellular and molecular biology techniques.
• Experience with live-cell imaging and calcium imaging methodologies.
• Demonstrated expertise in at least one of the following: patch-clamp electrophysiology, confocal microscopy, or fluorescence microscopy.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a collaborative team environment.
• Commitment to rigorous, reproducible science and attention to detail.

Aufgaben

• Design and execute experiments using patch-clamp electrophysiology, live-cell calcium imaging, and confocal microscopy.
• Perform molecular and biochemical analyses including immunofluorescence, western blotting, and gene expression studies.
• Utilize advanced imaging techniques to visualize calcium dynamics in gametes and early embryos.
• Contribute to manuscript preparation and present findings at scientific conferences.
• Collaborate with team members and contribute to laboratory meetings and journal clubs.
• Mentor junior researchers and contribute to the training environment.
• Maintain detailed laboratory records and ensure compliance with safety and ethical protocols.

Kenntnisse

Live-cell imaging

Calcium imaging

Patch-clamp electrophysiology

Confocal microscopy

Fluorescence microscopy

Communication skills

Ausbildung

PhD in Cell Biology

Tools

Immunofluorescence

Western blotting

Gene expression analysis

Jobbeschreibung

The University of Massachusetts Amherst is recruiting a Postdoctoral Research Associate to study signaling mechanisms underlying mammalian fertilization, focusing on calcium store refilling channels and egg activation.

You will design and perform patch-clamp, live-cell calcium imaging, and advanced imaging experiments, plus molecular analyses and collaboration with the lab team. Mentorship and manuscript preparation are part of the role.