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Job Category
Staff & Executive - Research Support (Laboratory/Non-Laboratory)
Department
NJMS-Microbiology
Overview
New Jersey’s academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health.
Posting Summary
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Post Doctoral Associate for NJMS-Microbiology, Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics. The laboratory goal is to characterize putative ER-shaping proteins of Plasmodium, their functions in the parasite’s cell biology and their effect on parasite virulence. We also aim to develop inhibitors of parasite kinases as drugs for malaria prophylaxis. This role will use tools of molecular genetics (gene knockouts, conditional protein depletion, CRISPR editing), imaging (confocal and super-resolution microscopy), proteomics in P. berghei and P. falciparum, protein expression, enzyme activity assays and parasite growth assays.
Key Duties
- Perform scientific research (protein purification, biochemistry, enzymatic assays, tissue culture, cell biology, light and fluorescence microscopy, molecular biology, rodent handling, mosquito dissection) under the PI’s guidance.
- Communicate regularly with the P.I.
- Maintain detailed and accurate experimental records.
- Participate and present in journal clubs, seminars, and conferences.
- Read current scientific and technical literature relevant to the laboratory’s mission.
Minimum Education and Experience
- Ph.D. in a related field, peer-reviewed publications, excellent training in molecular biology, protein purification and/or biochemistry.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Strong work ethic, communication & organizational skills, and ability to work independently.
- Preference will be given to candidates with animal-handling experience.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Standing, sitting, walking, talking, or hearing. Must be able to lift or exert force up to ten (10) pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Clinical/Office/Laboratory environment. Moderate noise.
Special Conditions
Posting Number: 24ST2378
Posting Open Date: 10/08/2024
Required Documents
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application (optional)
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption.
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