Postdoctoral Associate - Sun Lab
Company: Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI)
Location: Birmingham
Posted on: April 24, 2024
Job Description:
Primary Work Address: 1720 2nd Avenue South, Birmingham, AL,
35294Current HHMI Employees, click here to apply via your Workday
account.About the role:We are seeking postdoctoral associates that
are passionate about optimizing and developing novel genomics and
biochemical tools in both C. elegans and mouse nervous system to
profile their molecular composition in increased cellular
resolution. This position is ideally suited for candidates with a
strong background in genomics and biochemistry, and want to apply
their skills in diverse animal models to answer interesting
neurobiological questions.The Sun Lab is part of the Department of
Cell, Developmental and Integrative Biology, with secondary
appointment in Neurobiology and Genetics at the University of
Alabama at Birmingham. The Lab utilizes both C. elegans and rodent
models, in combination with genomic, genetic, behavioral, and
microscopy techniques to understand gene-environment regulation of
neural development/plasticity through transcriptional and
chromatin-based mechanisms, and how they are dysregulated in neural
disorders. For more information on specific areas/projects, see
sunlaboratory.org.What we provide:
- A competitive compensation package in a stimulating academic
environment, and low living cost of the Birmingham area
- Opportunity to work in a small, diverse, and encouraging
research environment.
- A flexible schedule.
- Well-rounded training on techniques and soft skills.
- One on one mentorship, and support/training for the next stage
of your career.What you'll do:
- Handling independent research project(s) related to
transcriptional/chromatin regulation of neural development and
plasticity
- Performs research and/or development in collaboration with
others for projects.
- Makes detailed observations, analyzes data, and interprets
results
- Exercises technical discretion in the design, execution, and
interpretation of experiments that contribute to project
strategies.
- Prepares technical reports, summaries, protocols, and
quantitative analyses.
- Maintains familiarity with current scientific literature
- Contributes to project process within their scientific
discipline.
- Investigates, creates, and develops new methods and
technologies for project advancement.
- Maintains high level of professional expertise through
familiarity with scientific literature.
- Participate in scientific conferences and contribute to
scientific journals.
- Uses professional concepts in accordance with HHMI's objectives
to solve complex problems in creative and effective ways.
- May determine methods and procedures on new assignments and may
provide guidance to staff in the laboratory.What you bring:
- Ph.D. degree in a scientific discipline or MD degree, up to
five years of experience working in a scientific laboratory.
- Previous experience with genomics method preferred: RNA-seq,
ATAC-seq, ChIP-seq, single cell/spatial transcriptomics.
- Previous experience with biochemical methods preferred:
subcellular fractionation.
- Demonstrated working knowledge of scientific principles.
- Exercises independent judgment in developing methods,
techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.
- Ability to perform highly complex experiments with high levels
of reliability and accuracy within time constraints.
- Operational knowledge of advanced lab equipment.
- Ability to provide work and supervise directions to
others.
- Ability to work successfully within a collaborative and
collegial environment and foster this ability in others.
- Ability to review goals, analyze processes necessary to achieve
those goals, and develop techniques and systems required to meet
those goals. Often explores new areas and seeks opportunities to
apply new knowledge to work.Physical Requirements:Remaining in a
normal seated or standing position for extended periods of time;
reaching and grasping by extending hand(s) or arm(s); dexterity to
manipulate objects with fingers, for example using a keyboard;
communication skills using the spoken word; ability to see and hear
within normal parameters; ability to move about workspace. The
position requires mobility, including the ability to move materials
weighing up to several pounds (such as a laptop computer or
tablet).Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the
essential duties of this position with reasonable accommodation.
Requests for reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an
individual basis.Please Note:This job description sets forth the
job's principal duties, responsibilities, and requirements; it
should not be construed as an exhaustive statement, however. Unless
they begin with the word "may," the Essential Duties and
Responsibilities described above are "essential functions" of the
job, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.Compensation
and Benefits Our employees are compensated from a total rewards
perspective in many ways for their contributions to our mission,
including competitive pay, exceptional health benefits, retirement
plans, time off, and a range of recognition and wellness programs.
Visit our site to learn more.Compensation Range$70,000.00 (minimum)
- $80,500.00 (midpoint) - $91,000.00 (maximum)Pay Type:AnnualHHMI's
salary structure is developed based on relevant job market data.
HHMI considers a candidate's education, previous experiences,
knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity when
making job offers. Typically, a new hire for this position in this
location is compensated between the minimum and the midpoint of the
salary range.
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