Postdoctoral Researcher - Structural & Molecular Biology

University Of Nebraska - Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Biochemistry at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln ( UNL ) Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources ( IANR ) is seeking a post-doctoral research associate for a 12-month appointment. The role emphasizes high-quality research in structural or molecular biology, with exposure to metalloprotein methods and cryo-EM training.

The successful candidate will design experiments, analyze data, draft manuscripts, mentor students, and contribute to the lab's scholarly activities.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in biochemistry, biophysics, chemistry, microbiology, or a related field.
• Strong record of conducting high-quality research either in structural biology or molecular biology with prior experience in protein biochemistry.

Responsibilities

• Independently design and conduct high-quality research experiments for the assigned project under supervisor guidance.
• Analyze data and draft manuscripts for publication; assist mentor to supervise students.
• Participate in lab maintenance and learn cryo-EM techniques in collaboration.
• Contribute to outreach, recruitment, and science literacy efforts.

Skills

Structural biology

Molecular biology

Protein biochemistry

Cryo-EM

Education

Ph.D. in biochemistry/biophysics/chemistry/microbiology or related field

Job description

The Department of Biochemistry at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln ( UNL ) Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources ( IANR ) is seeking a post-doctoral research associate for a 12-month appointment. The role emphasizes high-quality research in structural or molecular biology, with exposure to metalloprotein methods and cryo-EM training.

The successful candidate will design experiments, analyze data, draft manuscripts, mentor students, and contribute to the lab's scholarly activities.