Academic Job Description

Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics

Postdoctoral Associate

The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.

Position Function

This grant-supported postdoctoral position involves in developing CRISPR-based genome editing. We are looking for a highly motivated individual with experiences in Single-molecule, biochemistry and cryo-EM (or X-ray crystallography). There is routine access to single-molecule and 200 and 300 keV electron microscopes. The trainee will interact on a day-to-day basis with peers in the areas of genome editing and single molecule biophysics. We aim to provide an interdisciplinary training environment to efficiently convert high-resolution mechanistic understandings to novel genome editing applications.

Anticipated Division of Time

Main theme of the lab is to understand the underlying mechanism of RNA-guided processes inside the cell.

~45% - Nucleic acid biochemistry and cryo-EM based structure determination.
~45% - Functional validation in vivo and in invitro
~10% - Professional Development

Requirements

Candidates are expected to have published at least one first-author paper in a reputable journal and hold a Ph.D. Strong background in Single-molecule Biophysics, single particle cryo-EM (or X-ray crystallography), is capable of carrying out macromolecular structure determination independently. Strong background and experiences in biochemistry, preferably in nucleic acid biochemistry.

Supervision Exercised

None

Salary Range: $56,484 - $75,000

To apply:

Please apply via Academic Jobs Online https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/25247.

Qualified candidates should submit a short cover letter, curriculum vitae, contact information for three references, and a statement of contribution to diversity, equity and inclusion via the website.

Applications will be reviewed as received, continuing until a suitable applicant is identified.

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EEO Statement:

Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University’s heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, and we do not tolerate discrimination based on any protected characteristic, including race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex/gender, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual’s genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law.

Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff from all identities and backgrounds. We encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.

Pay Ranges:

The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria:

Prior relevant work or industry experience.
Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position.
Academic Discipline (faculty pay ranges reflects 9-month annual salary)
Unique applicable skills.

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