Protein Engineering Postdoc: Large-Scale Function Mapping

Johns Hopkins University; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins University is seeking a PREP Research Associate to support the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). This role involves conducting innovative research in large-scale protein sequence-function measurements and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Candidates should have a PhD in relevant fields and experience in molecular biology techniques. Strong communication skills and a readiness to travel for conferences are essential. The position is based in Gaithersburg, Maryland.

Qualifications

• PhD in Biology, Protein Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience designing plasmids and synthetic biology circuits.
• Readiness to travel occasionally for conferences and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Conduct innovative research in large‑scale protein sequence‑function measurements.
• Design, execute, and analyze experiments; interpret results.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Program and run automated laboratory experiments.

Skills

Experience with E. coli and molecular biology techniques

Experience characterizing protein function

Strong oral and written communication skills

Excitement for interdisciplinary, data‑driven biology

Education

PhD in Biology or related field

Job description

Johns Hopkins University is seeking a PREP Research Associate to support the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). This role involves conducting innovative research in large-scale protein sequence-function measurements and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Candidates should have a PhD in relevant fields and experience in molecular biology techniques. Strong communication skills and a readiness to travel for conferences are essential. The position is based in Gaithersburg, Maryland.