Postdoc Research Associate - Biomedical Sciences
Postdoc Research Associate - Biomedical Sciences
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Job Description
Position Title:
Postdoc Research Associate - Biomedical SciencesAppointment Type:
Post Doc/TraineeJob Description:
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:
The primary responsibilities of this position include investigating the effects of therapeutic drugs on ion channels of nematode parasites to facilitate the discovery of new anthelmintic agents. They will be responsible for identifying putative channel targets cloning these receptors and expressing them in heterologous systems (either Xenopus laevis oocytes vertebrate or insect cell lines). Additional responsibilities will include assist with laboratory setup method development and mentoring students. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop independent research for a career in academia or industry participate in journal clubs and present research findings at regional and national professional conferences.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Biological Science or a related field
Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated ability to express and record ion channels in Xenopus oocytes using patch clamp electrophysiology
Experience in molecular biology including cloning of ion channels and the preparation of cRNA
Department Unit/Website:
Start Date:August 1 2025 To apply for this position please click on Apply and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:Proposed End Date or Length of Term:
July 31 2026Number of Months Employed Per Year:
Time Type:
Full timeApplication Instructions:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
If you have questions regarding this application process please email or call or Toll Free: 1-.
Why Choose ISU
Iowa State Postdocs enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits including medical and dental; as well as:
Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
Generous vacation holiday and sick time and leave plans
Onsite childcare (Ames Iowa)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Various voluntary benefits and discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellbeing ProgramOriginal Posting Date:
June 10 2025Posting Close Date:
June 17 2025Job Requisition Number:
R17221
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
