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The Jackson Laboratory · 3 days ago

Postdoctoral Associate | Molecular Biology

positionFarmington, CT
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityNew Grad, Entry Level
money$66K/yr - $76K/yr

The Jackson Laboratory is an independent, nonprofit biomedical research institution focused on genomic solutions for disease. They are seeking a highly motivated PhD-level scientist to join the Hinson lab, which aims to leverage human pluripotent stem cell technology and advanced structural biology to study mechanisms of sarcomere assembly and function.

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Responsibilities

Join a trans-continental collaborative group funded by the Human Frontiers Science Program
Leverage human pluripotent stem cell technology and advanced structural biology methods to define mechanisms and rules of sarcomere assembly and function
Access a world-class consortium of scientists across pluripotent stem cell biology, 3-dimensional organoids/microtissue assays, super resolution microscopy, and structural biology

Qualification

Cell biologyMolecular biologyPluripotent stem cell biologyGenome editingAdvanced microscopyProteomicsBioinformaticsRPythonWriting skillsCommunication skills

Required

Ph.D. in cell biology, molecular biology, biophysics, biomedical engineering, or related field of study
Prior research experience in at least two of the following areas: pluripotent stem cell biology and differentiation, advanced microscopy, genome editing, and proteomics
Candidates should have a publication record in peer-reviewed journals
Excellent writing and communication skills, able to work independently and effectively with other members in a productive team across continents
Experience with R, Python or similar statistical package is helpful, as well as experience with proteomics data analyses and bioinformatics
Please submit your current CV, at least 2 letters of reference, and 1-page (maximum) statement of Research Interests and Career Goals at time of application

Company

The Jackson Laboratory

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The Jackson Laboratory conducts mammalian genetics research offering scientific services and resources to laboratories and students.
dateFounded in 1929
location
Bar Harbor, Maine, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
web-link
http://www.jax.org

H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$129.2M
Key Investors
The Mark Foundation for Cancer ResearchMaine Technology InstituteNational Institutes of Health
2024-10-07Grant· $1.6M
2019-12-18Grant· $2.5M
2018-02-06Grant· $12.5M

Leadership Team

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Lon Cardon
President and CEO
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Mary Dickinson
Executive Vice President and Chief Scientific Officer
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