Postdoctoral Research Associate

Available Title(s):

306-YN_FACULTY - Postdoctoral Research Associate

Business Title:

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Employee Type:

Faculty (+) (Fixed Term)

Time Type:

Full time

Position Term:

12 Month

Position Details:

Summary of Duties:

The Institute of Biological Chemistry at Washington State University currently has a Postdoctoral Research opportunity in the Bates laboratory on the control of acyl lipid metabolism in plants. Plant oils supply humans with much of the calories and nutritionally important fatty acids required in our diet, and plant oils also represent a renewable carbon source that can replace petroleum as feedstocks for the chemical industry or as bio-fuels. To meet the growing demand of the human population we need to greatly increase the amount and different types of oil produced by crop plants. The Bates lab seeks a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher for projects that focus on characterizing the genes/enzymes that control lipid metabolic flux to produce unique fatty acid compositions valuable for biofuels and industrial products. More information about the Institute of Biological Chemistry and Bates lab research can be found at: https://ibc.wsu.edu/ .

Required Qualifications:

• PhD in Plant Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or equivalent.

• Experience with tissue culture and agrobacterium-based plant transformation

• Experience with analysis of gene function through CRISPR/Cas9 based mutation, and/or gene suppression techniques such as RNAi or VIGS

• Experience with analysis of gene expression through qPCR

• Experience with characterization of plant growth and development phenotypes

• Effective written and oral communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and in a group atmosphere, contribute to multiple projects, and mentor or train undergraduates and graduate students.

• Ability to quickly learn new topics, evaluate the literature, and think critically and creatively to drive their research forward.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with the analysis of metabolism at the molecular and/or metabolite levels

• Experience with metabolite analytical approaches, e.g. GC, HPLC, TLC, or MS

• Experience or willingness to learn to use 14C isotopes for to investigate metabolism

Additional Information:

Area/College:

College of Agricultural , Human, and Natural Resource Sciences (CAHNRS)

Department Name:

Institute of Biological Chemistry (IBC)

Department Link:

Institute of Biological Chemistry | Washington State University (wsu.edu)

City, State, Zip:

Pullman WA 99163

Annual Salary:

$50,000.00 - $54,000.00

In accordance with RCW 49.58.110 , the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.

WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation and optional supplemental retirement accounts.

For a more detailed summary of benefits offered by WSU for Faculty visit: https://hrs.wsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/2024-Benefit-Overview-for-Faculty-and-AP.pdf

Find total compensation information here: https://hrs.wsu.edu/managers/recruitment-toolkit/total-compensation/ .

Overtime Eligibility:

Overtime Eligible

FTE:

100%
Temporary End Date:

This is a temporary position. Renewal is dependent on the need for extension and/or if additional funding is secured to extend employment.

Posting Close Date:

Applicants must submit their completed application by May 5, 2024 at 11:59 p.m.
Background Check:

This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34 , engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need.  A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.

Application Instructions:

Please upload all documents in the “Resume/CV” section of your application. Documents may be submitted in one file or separate files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF if possible . Applicants will be requested to provide contact information for professional references within the online application.

Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements.

Required Documents:
To apply individuals will need to submit:

(1) A cover letter of why you are interested in this specific position and how your experience fits the required and preferred qualifications (1-2 pages);

(2) A curriculum vitae (CV); and

(3) Contact information (including telephone numbers and e-mail addresses) of three references.

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