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Inside Higher Ed · 4 weeks ago

Postdoctoral Associate Bhaduri-McIntosh Lab

Gainesville, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

The Bhaduri-McIntosh lab at the University of Florida is seeking a motivated post-doctoral candidate to pursue research on novel components of the cellular DNA replication machinery related to the Epstein-Barr virus. The role involves designing and developing research projects, conducting experiments using various molecular and cellular biology techniques, and leading research initiatives.

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Responsibilities

Initiate and maintain cell cultures

Prepare and maintain biological stocks

Maintain proper lab and experimental records, both digital and hard copy

Test, optimize, troubleshoot new and existing methods and techniques, and update protocols

Guide and train undergraduate and graduate student researchers

Prepare scientific results for publication in peer-reviewed journals and grant applications

Maintain laboratory equipment and order supplies as needed

Present results at internal and external meetings and scientific conferences

Qualification

PhD in biological sciencesMolecular biology techniquesCell culture experienceMass spectrometryCRISPR-Cas9TranscriptomicsImmunologyBiochemistryFlow cytometryWestern blottingSoft skills

Required

PhD degree (within a year) in biological sciences (e.g. molecular biology, cell biology, biophysics, biochemistry, biology, biomedical sciences, chemistry and related fields)

Preferred

Two first-author peer-reviewed publications in English language journal

Experience in mammalian cell culture and basic biology techniques including qPCR, RT-qPCR, chromatin immunoprecipitation, cloning, immunoprecipitation, fluorescence microscopy, flow cytometry, and Western blotting

Computer proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint. Familiarity with computer languages is desirable

Experience in Virology, mass spectrometry, transcriptomics, CRISPR-Cas9, protein purification