Post-doctoral Research Associate - Biochemistry, Cellular, and Molecular Biology - 240000003R
Post-doctoral Research Associate - Biochemistry, Cellular, and Molecular Biology
Description: An opening for a postdoctoral research associate is available in Prof. Tessa Calhoun’s research group at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. The researcher will conduct nonlinear spectroscopy experiments on biological systems as part of an NIH-funded project. For more information and recent research activities in the Calhoun lab, please see https://www.chem.utk.edu/calhoun/
Description
Duties/Responsibilities: · Lead the collection and analysis of spectroscopic data to study bacterial membranes · Present and report research results, and publish scientific results in peer-reviewed journals in a timely manner · Serve as a mentor to graduate and undergraduate researchers in the Calhoun lab · Foster and promote a positive, respectful work environment Minimum Required Education and Experience: · PhD in chemistry, biochemistry, biophysics or related field at the time of hire. · Hands-on laboratory experience in physical, analytical or biophysical chemistry Minimum Required Skills and Abilities: · Understanding and application of basic laboratory safety procedures and ethics · Strong/excellent written and verbal communication and organizational skills · Ability to work both independently and collaboratively. · Ability to think critically and employ scientific problem-solving and troubleshooting. · Ability to be respectful, collegial, and work well with colleagues from diverse backgrounds. · Ability to set priorities and multi-task Preferred Skills and Abilities: · Experience with nonlinear spectroscopy techniques, specifically second-order · Experience with bacterial cell culture · Experience controlling hardware using LabVIEW and data analysis using Matlab or Python Additional Information: · The appointment is for one year with extension upon mutual agreement · Please attach the following electronic documents to the application: Cover letter, curriculum vitae, and the contact information for at least three references (including affiliations, current email addresses, and phone numbers). · Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled
Qualifications
Job
Research Professional
Primary Location
US-Tennessee-knoxville
Organization
Biochem/Cell & Molec Biology
Schedule
Full-time
Campus/Institute Knoxville
Job Posting
Mar 25, 2024, 4:04:36 PM
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