Post-doctoral Researcher (Space Biology)
About The Position
The lab focuses on understanding the cellular and molecular mechanisms of gravitropism and phototropism. We use a variety of physiological, developmental, and molecular approaches in our ground-based and spaceflight research. The successful candidate will be responsible for ground-based and post-flight experiments for a project conducted on the International Space Station. The person may need to travel to NASA sites for flight activities. Image analysis of growth and development, as well as genomic studies, will also be performed. Participation in the supervision of undergraduate students is expected. She/he will also participate in writing reports and manuscripts.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in biology, life sciences, or a related field
- Minimum 2-5 years of experience required in the area of expertise
Nice To Haves
- bioinformatics
- plant physiology
- gravitational and space biology
Responsibilities
- Perform physiological, developmental, and molecular experiments
- Perform ground-based and post-flight experiments related to space experiments
- Image analysis of growth and development, as well as genomic studies
- Supervision of undergraduate students
- Day-to-day management of the laboratory
- Attend and present at conferences
- Writing reports and manuscripts
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What This Job Offers
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
