Postdoctoral Researcher in Protein Engineering (lsu)

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Job Posting Title:

Postdoctoral Researcher in Protein Engineering

   

Position Type:

Other Academic

   

Department:

LSUAM VetMed - PBS - Vectors (Gianluca Veggiani (00079528))

   

Work Location:

3420 Veterinary Medicine

   

Pay Grade:

Other Academic

   

Job Description:

The postdoctoral fellow will perform research on Staphylococcus aureus at the host-pathogen interface. Research will focus on the role of antimicrobial post translational modifications on S. aureus pathogenesis. During the course of the postdoctoral fellowship, the successful candidate will perform all necessary experiments to drive the project forward, including both in vitro and in vivo experiments, present the project at scientific conferences, and publish the findings in reputable scientific journals in a timely manner. The candidate will also assist in the development of an independent research program in preparation for applying to academic faculty positions.

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Job Responsibilities:

85% - Perform research into the pathogenesis of Staphylococcus aureus including assisting in the developing of an independent research program that will be competitive with peers for academic faculty positions in the future. Perform all necessary experiments to drive the project forward, including both in vitro and in vivo experiments, present the project at scientific conferences, and publish the findings in reputable scientific journals in a timely manner.

10% - Provide mentorship to junior trainees in the laboratory including teaching them scientific techniques, giving feedback on written communication, and giving feedback on oral communication.

5% - Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Ph.D. in Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Structural biology, Biological Sciences or related fields

Preferred Qualifications:

Peer-review publication, Presentation at national and international conferences, Ability to work well both independently and as a team, Molecular and cellular biology techniques, Recombinant protein expression and purification Protein engineering, microscopy, Manuscript preparation, oral dissemination of scientific findings .

Special and Physical Qualifications:

Required to be capable of lifting up to 50 pounds, sitting, walking, standing, bending, reaching above the shoulder, reaching below the shoulder, vision near sight, vision far sight, pushing/pulling, and grasping.

   

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Please provide your cover letter, CV, and three professional references including name, title, phone number and e-mail address. A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application (if available). However, original transcripts are required prior to hire. Please attach ALL required documents under the "Resume/CV" section of your application.

   

Posting Date:

May 24, 2024

   

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

  

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

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