Postdoctoral Research Associate (Microbiology/Phage Biology or Cell Sorting)
Postdoctoral Research Associate (Microbiology/Phage Biology or Cell Sorting)
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What We Are Looking For
Microbiology and/or Phage Biology:
In a newly funded project we are seeking to expand our expertise by identifying exceptionally motivated individuals to develop novel approaches to selectively isolate pathogenic bacteria from microbiomes and evaluate them for phage infection.
Candidates must have obtained their Ph.D. in phage biology or microbiology prior to beginning the assignment. Priority will be given to candidates with expertise in bacteriophage microbial pathogens and/or microbiome science. The candidate must be able to independently design and execute experiments.
Postdoctoral researchers with expertise in phage biology will be expected to develop and execute independent research in microbiome studies focusing on phage biology. Expertise may include performing laboratory research using microbiology and fluorescent assays with heavy emphasis on selective isolation of microbes; a focus on bacteriophage infected microbes is preferred.
Cell Sorting:
We are also looking to identify exceptionally motivated individuals with a strong background in microbial cell sorting.
Candidates must have obtained their Ph.D. in microbiology chemical biology bioanalytical chemistry or a related field prior to beginning their assignment. The candidate must be able to independently design and execute experiments using FACS approaches.
Postdoctoral researchers with expertise in cell sorting will be expected to develop and execute independent research in phenotypedriven microbiome studies using cell sorting strategies. Including performing laboratory research using microbial cell sorting with heavy emphasis on selective isolation of cells from microbiomes based on phenotype.
Additional skills of interest include experience in one or more of the following areas: cell sorting application of chemical molecules/tools to biological systems proteomics biochemistry microbiology protein expression cell culture molecular biology genetics computational biology and/or functional assays. The successful candidate will be expected to collaboratively develop novel ideas and methods for applications relevant to internal and externally funded research programs. The successful candidate will contribute to and may lead the preparation of reports papers posters presentations etc.
What You Will Do
Candidates in either specialization will be expected to:
- Develop and execute independent research in phenotypedriven microbiome studies
- Research may include cell sorting microbiology molecular techniques and proteomics
- Keep accurate and current records of all results from experiments performed; document methods and processes
- Present your research in group meetings and at national meetings
- Provide mentorship to graduate and undergraduate students
- Participate in the proposal writing and submission process
- Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylors mission
- Ability to comply with University policies
- Maintain regular and punctual attendance
A complete application will contain the following documents:
- Uptodate CV
- List of 3 references that will be able to supply a letter of recommendation upon request
- Cover letter which should include a concise Research Statement
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Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
