Post-Doctoral Associate Elias Lab University of Minnesota

Post-Doctoral Associate Elias Lab University of Minnesota

University of Minnesota

in Twin Cities, MN

Type:
Full-Time

Salary: $62,232 per year

Posted:
Today

Category:
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

Job

A Post-doctoral position is open in the new Lab of Prof. Elias. The research projects will involve research on quorum sensing and particularly interference in microbial signaling using quorum quenching lactonases. The project will examine the effects of signal disruption on bacterial physiology such as antibiotics resistance and biofouling reduction. Key experiments will include protein purification, enzymatic and biophysical characterization, proteinengineering and evaluation of their effects on microbes, including microbiomestudies.

Protein biochemistry, enzymology, protein engineering, andcomputational biology will be key to these experiments. The successful candidate will actively participate in maintaining the Lab, and will be responsible for independently conducting experiments to further the Lab research projects. The objective is to make significant scientific achievements and produce high-impact publications.

Ph.D. in biochemistry, molecular biology, structural biology, or equivalent is required

Extensive experience in molecular biology, microbiology, and protein biochemistry is essential. The ability to independently design, carry lab andfield experiments evaluating the effects of quorum quenchers in various setupsin key. A demonstrated ability to independently design and carry out research projects, write effectively and publish research results in a timely fashion.

Experience with enzyme lactonases and their effects on microbiomes is preferred.

Experience with sequencing data analysis is desired.

Pay Range: $62,232/year; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Please visit the Benefits for Postdoctoral Candidates website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off

Continuous learning opportunities through professional training

Medical, dental, and pharmacy plans

Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts

University HSA contributions

Disability and life insurance

Financial counseling services

Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

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