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University of Florida · 5 months ago

Post-Doctoral Associate in modeling human diseases in the nematode model Caenorhabditis elegans

positionGainesville, FL
timeInternship
remoteOnsite
seniorityIntern

The University of Florida is seeking a highly motivated and creative postdoctoral fellow to join the Bai lab, focusing on modeling human diseases in the nematode model Caenorhabditis elegans. The role involves contributing to projects related to disease genes, lipid metabolism, and mechanotransduction, requiring strong research skills and communication abilities.

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Responsibilities

Contribute to exciting projects centered around modeling human diseases in the nematode model Caenorhabditis elegans
Unravel the intricacies of disease genes associated with lipid droplet, lipid metabolism, development, germline development, and mechanotransduction
Communicate research findings and collaborate with colleagues

Qualification

. in relevant fieldGeneticsCRISPR/Cas9 gene editingLive imagingMolecular biology techniquesC. elegansImaging analysisResearch productivityCommunication skills

Required

Ph.D. or equivalent degree in genetics, cell biology, developmental biology, bioinformatics, or a related field
A strong publication record demonstrating research productivity and showcasing the ability to independently design and conduct experiments is essential
Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate research findings and collaborate with colleagues

Preferred

Proficiency in genetics, imaging, molecular biology techniques and experience in utilizing CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing methodologies are highly desirable
Prior experience working with C. elegans will be considered favorably

Benefits

Full benefits package

Company

University of Florida

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University of Florida is a public land-grant research university in Gainesville, Florida.
dateFounded in 1853
location
Gainesville, Florida, USA
people-size10001+ employees
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https://www.ufl.edu

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$6.83M
Key Investors
Align TechnologyUS Department of EnergyNFWF
2025-06-02Grant
2024-09-17Grant· $2M
2024-09-10Grant· $0.18M

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Sri Kalyanaraman
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Chris Cowen
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