Postdoctoral Associate Food and Animal Sciences
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Research/Development
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Summary
This is a 12-month, fixed-term position supported by the USDA-NIFA Evans-Allen project, Mechanistic Analysis of ATP-Citrate Lyase Control Domains for Regulation of Lipid Biosynthesis.
Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe Postdoctoral Associate will conduct research focused on elucidating the molecular mechanisms regulating ATP-citrate lyase in Yarrowia lipolytica through genome engineering, enzymology, lipid metabolism studies, and computational structural analysis. The position reports directly to the Principal Investigator. The Postdoctoral Associate will contribute directly to the project's key deliverables, including generation of peer-reviewed publications, annual Evans-Allen progress reports, and development of preliminary data to support future competitive external funding proposals.
MinimumPosition Requirements (including years of experience, certifications, licenses, etc.)
- Ph.D. in Food Science or related discipline
- Entry level (0-1 year)
Knowledge:Biochemistry and molecular biology of lipids. Knowledge of enzymology and CRISPR is preferred.
Skills:Microbial cultivation, molecular biology techniques (e.g., genetic manipulations). Enzyme purification. Analytical techniques (e.g., thin-layer chromatography, gas chromatography). Scientific writing (e.g., manuscripts, proposals)
Abilities:Ability to work independently, design and perform experiments, analyze and evaluate experimental data.
Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience(If this job is in fact in your jurisdiction, then you may be using a Proxy or VPN to access this site, and to progress further, you should change your connectivity to another mobile device or PC).
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