Research Assistant Professor - Mitochondrial Stress & ISR

University of Virginia; Virginia; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Yang Lab in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics at the University of Virginia School of Medicine is seeking a non-tenure-track Assistant Professor for Research. The candidate will conduct independent and collaborative research on mitochondrial stress signaling, ISR, and ER stress responses, guiding a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include designing experiments, developing research projects, assisting with lab operations, mentoring members, coordinating

Qualifications

• PhD in biochemistry, molecular biology, cell biology, structural biology, biophysics, or related field.
• Postdoctoral research experience.
• Strong record of peer-reviewed publications.
• Ability to independently design, execute, analyze, and troubleshoot experiments.

Responsibilities

• Design and perform advanced research experiments using molecular biology, cell culture, biochemistry, protein expression and purification, fluorescence imaging, and functional assays.
• Develop and execute projects focused on cellular stress-response pathways (mitochondrial signaling, ISR, ER stress).
• Analyze data and contribute to manuscripts, presentations, and proposals.
• Coordinate and participate in lab activities and mentor students, fellows, and staff.

Skills

Molecular biology

Cell biology

Biochemistry

Biophysics

Structural biology

Protein expression

Experimental design

Mentoring

Scientific communication

Education

PhD in biochemistry/molecular biology/cell biology/structural biology/biophysics or related field

Job description

The Yang Lab in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics at the University of Virginia School of Medicine is seeking a non-tenure-track Assistant Professor for Research. The candidate will conduct independent and collaborative research on mitochondrial stress signaling, ISR, and ER stress responses, guiding a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include designing experiments, developing research projects, assisting with lab operations, mentoring members, coordinating