Postdoc Research Associate Biochemical Engineering
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30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Position Title:
Postdoc Research Associate - Biochemical EngineeringAppointment Type:
Post Doc/TraineeJob Description:
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:
The postdoc will divide their time between two projects. For the NIH project they will be responsible for developing mitochondrial DNA editing tools establishing disease models and characterizing mutants. For the industry-sponsored project they will develop a novel platform for the continuous evolution of yeast strains using base editing technologies.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
PhD in biochemical engineering or related field.
Preferred Qualifications:
Expertise in developing genetic manipulation tools for non-model yeast species.
Experience in genome editing and microbial fermentation technologies.
Department/Program & College Description:
In 1913 Iowa State University was among the first to offer a degree in what was then a new discipline chemical engineering. Since those early beginnings the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering rapidly established itself as one of the most highly respected chemical engineering programs that balances excellent undergraduate education with an innovative graduate program and impactful research portfolio.
Department Unit/Website:
About Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering
Proposed Start Date:
April 1 2026Number of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work PeriodTime Type:
Full timeApplication Instructions:
To apply for this position please click on Apply and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
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 Program
Original Posting Date:
February 25 2026Posting Close Date:
March 4 2026Job Requisition Number:
R18617Required Experience:
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