Shipworm Microbiome Research Postdoc

GlycoData; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 59,425 - 83,935; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious research institution in Massachusetts seeks a Postdoctoral Research Associate to conduct cutting-edge research on host-symbiont interactions. Candidates will collaborate with a network of established collaborators, support student mentorship, and assist in lab management. The role requires a PhD in microbiology or a related field along with strong skills in molecular biology and microbiology. Competitive salary range is provided based on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• A PhD or equivalent in microbiology, molecular biology, or a related biological discipline is required.
• Knowledge in molecular biology, genomics/metagenomics, bioinformatics, microbiology, or microbial ecology.
• Ability to conduct substantial full-time research under guidance.

Responsibilities

• Use microbiological, physiological, ecological, and molecular techniques to study host-symbiont interactions.
• Design and conduct experiments, analyze results, and collaborate with other researchers.
• Help supervise and train student research assistants.
• Assist with general management of the Distel laboratory.

Skills

Molecular biology

Microbial ecology

Genomics/metagenomics

Bioinformatics

Invertebrate zoology

SCUBA diving

Education

PhD or equivalent in microbiology or related discipline

Tools

Microscopy techniques

Job description

A prestigious research institution in Massachusetts seeks a Postdoctoral Research Associate to conduct cutting-edge research on host-symbiont interactions. Candidates will collaborate with a network of established collaborators, support student mentorship, and assist in lab management. The role requires a PhD in microbiology or a related field along with strong skills in molecular biology and microbiology. Competitive salary range is provided based on experience and qualifications.