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Indiana University · 2 months ago

Assistant Research Scientist

Bloomington, IN

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

Indiana University is a prominent institution known for its strong undergraduate and graduate programs in Biology. They are seeking two Assistant Research Scientists to identify and characterize novel photoreceptors in marine cyanobacteria using CRISPR and protein biochemistry approaches.

Higher Education

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Identify and characterize novel photoreceptors in marine Synechococcus using CRISPR and protein biochemistry approaches

Determine the photoreceptor properties of two unique proteins identified as master regulators of CA4, including the chromophores involved and these proteins’ DNA binding characteristics

Qualification

Molecular biologyGeneticsPhotobiologySignal transductionCommunicationTeamworkInitiative

Required

A Ph.D. in molecular biology/genetics is required

Initiative

Good communication skills

Ability to work both independently and part of a dynamic research team

Preferred

Experience in plant or cyanobacterial molecular biology and photobiology or signal transduction research

Benefits

Full benefits

Company

Indiana University

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Indiana University looked for ways to promote innovation while assisting students in building better futures.

Founded in 1820

Bloomington, Indiana, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.iu.edu

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