Postdoctoral Scholar - Yap Lab

Postdoctoral Research Associate

We are seeking a highly motivated recent Ph.D. graduate with expertise in biochemistry and/or microbiology to investigate the molecular mechanisms of ribosome regulation and RNA/ribosome degradation in the human pathogen Staphylococcus aureus.

Please note:

Occasional weekends and evenings as requested and with some possible travel, as required.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Study execution and data analysis
• Manuscript preparation and presentation at national and international meetings
• Communicating research findings in both written and oral formats
• Supervising junior researchers
• Assisting day-to-day operation of the laboratory activities (making shared reagents, proper recording of strain/oligo databases, purchasing)
• Miscellaneous
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. in microbiology, biochemistry, bioinformatics, biophysics or a closely related field.
• Less than 2 years of postdoc experience.
• At least 1 first author peer-reviewed paper accepted or in revision.
• Knowledge and interest in RNA biology and protein synthesis.

Minimum

Competencies:

• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with a track record of writing papers in peer reviewed journals and presentations at scientific meetings.
• Ability to work independently, but also contribute to a research team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous training in RNA/ribosome biology, enzymology and structural biology is a plus.
• Candidates who have hands-on experience or are interested in applying deep-sequencing technology and ribosome/RNA biochemistry are preferable.

Preferred

Competencies:

• Candidates interested in establishing an independent career are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Coachability:
  Receptive to feedback, willing to learn, embracing continuous improvement.
• Meets deadlines:
  Displays consistency and success in adhering to deadlines.
• Multi-tasking:
  Demonstrates ability to work on multiple experiments simultaneously.
• Organization:
  Plans, organizes and schedules in an efficient, productive manner; anticipates contingencies and pays attention to detail.

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status.