POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE - Badran Lab - Chemistry

Scripps Research • San Diego, CA

16h

About The Position

Dr. Ahmed H. Badran’s laboratory at Scripps Research seeks to hire 3-4 highly motivated Postdoctoral Associates. The Badran Lab aims to address technical shortcomings in conserved cellular processes through innovative synthetic/chemical biology, directed evolution, genome editing and bioengineering approaches. Specifically, we aspire to develop tools for accelerating the evolution of macromolecular biosynthetic machinery and whole organisms. The recruited postdoctoral scholar(s) will lead diverse projects in the following areas: Targeted antibiotics discovery for microbiome regulation; Prediction of antimicrobial resistance modalities; Comprehensive strategies for genetic code expansion; Improving carbon fixation through RuBisCO directed evolution; and Development of polymerases for xeno nucleic acid amplification The postdoctoral scholar would lead efforts towards the creation of robust circuits to detect cellular metabolites, develop tools to limit crosstalk between host processes and researcher-dictated metabolic functions, and implement these designed sensors in directed evolution experiments to afford novel metabolic pathways. This position will also include optimizing existing and developing improved methods for directed evolution, and rigorous troubleshooting of synthetic designs. All inquiries should include an updated CV and a brief introduction directed to [email protected] . Postdoctoral Associates are appointed positions for the purpose of developing scholarly competence, working under the supervision of a Scripps Research Faculty member. These appointments are normally not renewed beyond a total of five years. Postdoctoral Associates cannot apply for external funding either as a Principal Investigator or Co-Principal Investigator without prior approval from a Departmental Chair. Postdoctoral Associates do not have consulting privileges. Make Scripps Research your next step to advance your research training. Click here to learn more about our Postdoctoral Program and Services: https://education.scripps.edu/postdoctoral/

Requirements

• Doctoral degree in chemical biology, chemistry, molecular biology, biochemistry, cell biology or related field; a pending doctoral degree will be considered with approval of the Principal Investigator

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience with protein/RNA bioengineering, experimental synthetic biology, molecular biology, bacterial genetics, mammalian tissue culture and assay development are all preferred but not absolutely necessary; any exceptionally creative and driven scientist interested in joining our team will be thoroughly considered

Responsibilities

• In-depth understanding of nucleic acid and protein biochemistry
• Strong oral and written communication, data documentation, and presentation skills
• Ability to handle multiple projects at the same time
• Excellent collaborative and interpersonal skills
• Successful record of scientific publications in peer-reviewed journals

Benefits

• Eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution.
• Full suite of Health and Welfare plans including four medical plan options (including an HSA available option), dental, vision, life insurance, disability, EAP and more.
• Access to Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Paid Time Off - 5 days annually
• Free, on-site Counseling Center which provides confidential counseling services to benefits-eligible employees.
• Free, on-site parking.
• Pet Insurance

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree