Postdoctoral Researcher, RNA & Developmental Biology

University of Delaware; Town of Newark (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Delaware is inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher to investigate molecular mechanisms of subcellular RNA transport and microRNA-mediated post-transcriptional regulation during early development. Model systems include sea urchin embryos and mammalian cells.

The successful candidate will contribute to a collaborative project examining evolutionarily conserved microRNA functions and subcellular transport, using microinjection, imaging, biochemistry and proteomics to

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Developmental Biology, Cell Biology, RNA Biology, Molecular Biology, or related field.
• Strong background in molecular and cellular biology techniques including cloning, confocal imaging, protein expression and cell culture.
• Experience with data analysis, interpretation and publication of research results.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute research tasks independently within a multidisciplinary team.
• Write and present findings on a regular basis.
• Mentor and collaborate with undergraduate and graduate students.

Skills

Molecular biology techniques

Confocal imaging

Biochemistry

Cell culture

Data analysis

Publication record

Scientific communication

R programming

Education

Ph.D. in Developmental Biology / Cell Biology / RNA Biology

Tools

Confocal microscopy

Proteomics

Job description

University of Delaware is inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher to investigate molecular mechanisms of subcellular RNA transport and microRNA-mediated post-transcriptional regulation during early development. Model systems include sea urchin embryos and mammalian cells.

The successful candidate will contribute to a collaborative project examining evolutionarily conserved microRNA functions and subcellular transport, using microinjection, imaging, biochemistry and proteomics to