Postdoctoral Associate, Structural Biology Department

Posting Details

Position Information

Fiscal Year 2024-2025
Position Title Postdoctoral Associate, Structural Biology Department
Classification Title Postdoctoral Associate
Department Structural Biology Department
Posting Number R240201
Posting Link https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/52784
Employer Research Foundation
Position Type RF Professional
Type Full-Time
Appointment Term
Salary Grade E.89

Posting Detail Information

Position Summary
The Pillon Lab is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate. The lab's research program lies at the intersect of structural biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, and RNA biology. The primary goal will be to elucidate the mechanisms of gene regulation by characterizing multi-component machines responsible for RNA processing, modification, and decay.

Under the general guidance of the Principle Investigator:

• Develop and apply hybrid structural biology with biochemistry to uncover the structural organization of RNA processing, modification, and decay complexes
• Elucidate the regulation of multi-component RNA processing machines by applying enzymology, molecular biology and cell biology
• Establish and optimize lab protocols for new techniques and assays
• Assist with graduate student training and mentorship
• Present research findings at institutional, regional, and/or national scientific meetings
• Maintain good communication with the lab leader and members

Outstanding Benefits Package
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Minimum Qualifications

• Doctoral degree or the equivalent degree from a foreign university.
  • All degree requirements, including dissertation, must be completed. Appointment may be used as a familiarization period for researchers to acquire new skills and research methodology due to limited professional employment experience in the field of research or scholarly study.
• Experience in protein biochemistry, structural biology, or nucleic acid research

Preferred Qualifications
Four years of laboratory experience in protein biochemistry, structural biology, or nucleic acid research.

Physical Demands
Salary Range $47,500 - $65,000
Additional Salary Information The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate.
Work Hours
40 hours per week

Campus Downtown Campus
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Special Instructions Summary
Is a background check required for this posting? No
Background Check Notification

Contact Information

Contact's Name Dr. Monica Pillon
Contact's Pronouns
Contact's Title Assistant Professor
Contact's Email mpillon@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone 716-829-2519

Posting Dates

Posted 09/17/2024
Deadline for applicants Open Until Filled
Date to be filled

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Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae

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