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Inside Higher Ed · 3 weeks ago

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

Gainesville, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

Inside Higher Ed is seeking a highly motivated and creative postdoctoral fellow to join the Bai lab. The role involves contributing to research focused on modeling human diseases using the nematode model Caenorhabditis elegans and requires a strong publication record and excellent communication skills.

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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

Ph.D. in relevant fieldCRISPR/Cas9 gene editingMolecular biology techniquesLive imagingImaging analysisC. elegansResearch productivityIndependent experiment designCommunication 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

The position requires 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