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About the position
The Kudryashov lab at The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry within the College of Arts and Sciences invites a candidate for an NIH-funded postdoctoral scholar position. We are looking for a skilled and highly motivated postdoctoral scholar with expertise in biochemistry, cell biology, structural biology, biophysics or related areas to conduct cutting-edge research on several projects focused on the role of actin binding proteins (e.g., plastins) and actin-specific bacterial toxins in the pathogenesis of human hereditary and infectious diseases, and cancer. Two examples of the lab’s priority projects are the recent discoveries of actin processive polymerization at the pointed end by Vibrio toxins (Sci. Adv., 2022) and the allosteric regulation of actin bundling proteins plastins (NSMB, 2022). Both, plastin and toxin projects relate to the mechanotransduction/mechanosensing properties of the actin cytoskeleton. Therefore, candidates with interests in mechanobiology are particularly welcomed.
Responsibilities
- Taking the lead role in their research project(s)
- Designing and conducting experiments
- Analyzing data
- Writing/publishing manuscripts as the lead author
- Presenting their results at local and national/international meetings
- Supervising undergraduate and graduate researchers in the lab
- Securing funding essential for successful career development
Requirements
- A Doctoral degree (PhD, or MD/PhD) in Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Structural biology, Biophysics or related disciplines is required by the time of the appointment.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience in the areas of the actin cytoskeleton
- Mechanobiology
- Protein characterization
- Advanced cell biology and molecular cloning techniques
- Excellent writing and verbal communication skills
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits packages including medical, dental and vision insurance
- Tuition assistance for employees and their dependents
- State or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions
