Postdoctoral Research Associate Biochemistry & Molecular Genetics

The Tang Lab at the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics at the University of Virginia School of Medicine is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral scholar in cellular and molecular biology, focusing on genome instability in cancers. The lab studies chromosome segregation defects (aneuploidy), chromothripsis, transcription–replication conflicts (TRCs), DNA‑protein cross links and their contribution to genomic instability. The goal is to understand the molecular mechanisms of complex genome rearrangements prevalent in cancers and congenital disorders, potentially leading to novel therapeutics.

For more information about the Tang Lab, see .

Qualified candidates must have a doctoral degree (PhD) in Cell Biology, Genetics, Genomics, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related Biomedical Science discipline by the appointment start date. Candidates should also have prior experience with live‑cell imaging, genomics, protein expression and purification. Publications as first author in high‑impact peer‑reviewed journals are preferred.

Postdoctoral employment is normally limited to individuals who have been awarded a doctoral degree within the previous five years. This is a 12‑month appointment with the possibility of renewal for up to an additional two one‑year increments, contingent upon satisfactory performance and availability of funding.

• Conduct full‑time research or scholarship at the university.
• Prepare for a full‑time academic or research career.
• Work under the supervision of a senior scholar and publish research results.
• Accurately record experimental results and collaborate with the PI to determine next steps.
• Present data at lab meetings and possibly conferences.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Salary will be commensurate with education and experience. This is an exempt‑level, benefited position. Learn more about UVA benefits.

This position is based in Charlottesville, VA, and must be performed fully on‑site. To learn more about UVA and the Charlottesville area, visit UVA Life and Embark CVA.

Background checks and pre‑employment health screenings will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment.

Please apply online by searching for requisition number R0077247. Complete an application with the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Contact information for three professional references

Upload all materials into the resume submission field. You can submit multiple documents in this one field or combine them into one PDF. Applications without all required documents will not receive full consideration.

For questions about the application process, please contact Jeremy Brofft, Senior Recruiter at xmf9ad.

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