Post-doctoral fellow in the Department of Biomedical Sciences in the University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine in Biddeford, ME. Research focuses on protein-protein interactions and neuronal cell signaling underlying chronic pain and the identification of new drug targets, with an emphasis on biochemical and proteomic approaches. Emphasis on collaborative laboratory research, including performance of research techniques and analysis and upholding the highest standards of research integrity and rigor.
Position Type Professional Staff
Job Title: Post-Doctoral Fellow
Employment Status Full Time
Months 12
Campus Biddeford, ME
Description
UNE offers a generous comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The package includes varied health and dental plans; a retirement plan that includes up to an eight percent match; extensive paid leave including holidays, vacation, sick, and personal time; and educational benefits. Please visit the Human Resources Benefits site for additional information regarding UNE’s benefits package.
Responsibilities
Performing experiments and managing an independent research project; techniques may include:
tissue dissection, protein isolation and cellular sub-fractionation.
phospho-protein enrichment, affinity purification for mass spectrometry.
1D/2D PAGE and Western blotting.
preparation of samples for liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry.
analysis of proteomic datasets (pathway enrichment, gene ontogeny enrichment analysis, use of online tools.
two-photon and confocal microscopy.
optogenetics/chemogenetics.
in vitro and in vivo transfections (viral vectors).
mRNA/protein isolation, basic cloning techniques .
RT-PCR (quantitative and single cell).
Commit to actively fostering a welcoming culture of inclusion and diversity.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- A Ph.D. in biochemistry, neuroscience or a related life sciences field, and 0-3 years of postdoctoral experience. Experience in protein biochemistry, LC-MS, MALDI and software tools for proteomics dataset analysis is highly desirable. Experience in the neurobiology of pain is advantageous but not required.
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Posting Number 2022PS0152P
Biochemistry Postdoc Job, Biochemistry Postdoc Job
