Postdoctoral Scientist- Summers Lab

Howard Hughes Medical Institute • Baltimore, MD

1d • $70,000 - $91,000

About The Position

We are seeking a motivated and creative Postdoctoral Scientist to join our dynamic team exploring how HIV-1 selectively packages it's dimeric, unspliced RNA genome. Individuals with experience in nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR), cryo-electron microscopy (cryo-EM), or other biophysical and molecular biology techniques are particularly encouraged to apply. This individual will meet regularly with Dr. Summers to discuss strategy, analyze results, and write and publish manuscripts on their findings. They will also be responsible for directing and mentoring a team of undergraduates who will contribute to these studies. The individual can expect to spend 90% of their time on these activities, which can be roughly broken down as 70% independent research, 10% research/mentoring with undergraduates, and 10% analysis/writing. They will also advise and mentor graduate students in the laboratory who will be conducting their own parallel but independent studies (5% effort), and will participate in departmental seminar, lab retreats and national/international conferences (5%). The individual will use modern molecular biology and in vitro transcription methods to prepare RNAs and proteins for structural and mechanistic studies. Mentoring and resources will be provided to help the individual develop an independent research program and to facilitate the transition to an academic position.

Requirements

• PhD degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or biophysics
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present and discuss findings clearly in diverse settings.
• A proactive and driven attitude, with the resilience to pursue novel research avenues and tackle ambitious scientific questions.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in either NMR or Cryo-EM preferred

Responsibilities

• Meet regularly with Dr. Summers to discuss strategy, analyze results, and write and publish manuscripts on their findings.
• Directing and mentoring a team of undergraduates who will contribute to these studies.
• Advise and mentor graduate students in the laboratory who will be conducting their own parallel but independent studies
• Participate in departmental seminar, lab retreats and national/international conferences
• Prepare RNAs and proteins for structural and mechanistic studies.

Benefits

• A competitive compensation package with comprehensive health and welfare benefits.
• Partnering with an investigator that has a deep and demonstrated commitment to broadening access and inclusive excellence.
• Opportunities to learn new scientific skills and grow professionally.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees