Michigan State University · 1 month ago
Postdoctoral Scholar-Fixed Term
East Lansing, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior LevelMichigan State University is seeking a motivated candidate to join their lab to study the bacterium Zymomonas mobilis for biofuel production. The role involves making gene modifications, studying small molecule transport, and presenting research findings at internal meetings and conferences.
EducationUniversities
Responsibilities
Making gene knockouts and knock downs in Z. mobilis
Engineering Z. mobilis to use alternative electron donors and carbon sources
Studying small molecule transport in Z. mobilis
Presenting research plans and findings and GLBRC internal meetings
Presenting research findings in published research articles and at conferences
Qualification
Required
Doctorate -Biochemistry, Microbiology, or related field
A terminal degree in area of biochemistry, microbiology, or related field
Strong written and oral communication skills to collaborate and communicate effectively with a team of researchers from diverse scientific backgrounds
Experience with genetic modification of non-model bacteria
Experience with HPLC analysis to measure fermentation products
Benefits
Attend and present at scientific research symposiums and/or conferences.
Access cross-discipline research environments and training opportunities within GLBRC and cross-BRCs.
Benefit from integrated career and professional development support (internal and external).
Participate in Outreach and Community Engagement opportunities.
Company
Michigan State University
Michigan State University has been working to advance the common good in uncommon ways for more than 150 years.
Founded in 1855
10001+ employees
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Leadership Team
Raymond Boeman
Director, IACMI Scale-up Research Facility and Vehicle Technology Area
Stephanie Vasko
Senior Research and Innovation Consultant, MSU College of Arts and Letters
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