Research Associate; Postdoc

Overview

The Landick research group has an opening for a postdoctoral scholar who seeks advanced training in biodesign of transcription and metabolism for microbial synthetic biology. The successful applicant will have a recent PhD in basic, applied, or computational biosciences and will join a vibrant research group with enhanced postdoctoral training opportunities in the Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center (GLBRC). Our group and GLBRC provide an outstanding training environment for postdoctoral scholars with a strong track-record of alumni achievement in academic and private-sector careers.

The research project will use multi-pronged biodesign and analysis (computational design, synthetic evolution, HT-sequencing-enabled analyses, chemical genomics, and quantitative proteomics) to understand and design genome-scale regulation in the bacterium Zymomonas mobilis with the goal of optimizing its capacity to produce lignocellulosic bioproducts. Z. mobilis offers exciting potential to transform the 21st-century bioeconomy. This is an outstanding opportunity for a creative, motivated researcher to train for an independent research career in 21st-century microbial sciences.

Although the project has real-world application, the focus and training will be in basic research for microbial biodesign and synthetic biology guided by a deep understanding of transcription, translation, and enzymatic mechanisms. An ideal candidate will have strong quantitative skills and an aptitude for and a desire to learn next-generation methods for microbial biodesign and synthetic biology.

• Engage in a postdoctoral research project focused on biodesign of transcription and metabolism for microbial synthetic biology in Zymomonas mobilis.
• Apply multi-pronged approaches including computational design, synthetic evolution, HT-sequencing-enabled analyses, chemical genomics, and quantitative proteomics to study genome-scale regulation.
• Collaborate within the GLBRC and the Landick group to advance basic research with potential real-world applications.
• Contribute to the training and mentorship environment for postdoctoral scholars and participate in group seminars and interdisciplinary activities.

• Recent PhD in basic, applied, or computational biosciences or a closely related field.
• Strong quantitative skills and an aptitude for learning next-generation methods for microbial biodesign and synthetic biology.
• Interest in transcription, translation, and enzymatic mechanisms as they relate to genome-scale regulation in bacteria.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary setting and to communicate scientific results effectively.

To apply, please send a cover letter explaining your career goals and research interests, a CV, and names of three references to landickc.edu. Questions are welcome.