Postdoctoral Fellow / Research Technician, Liu Lab

Who is Saint Louis University? Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities. SLU, which also has a campus in Madrid, Spain, is recognized for world-class academics, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service.

The laboratory of Dr. Liu at the Department of Biology, Saint Louis University, St. Louis, MO, USA, seeks one highly motivated postdoctoral researcher associate or research technician to study the structure and function of proteins involved in photophysics and photochemistry in both oxygenic photosynthesis, such as cyanobacteria and higher plants as well as anoxygenic photosynthesis (green sulfur bacteria, GSB).

Candidates with training in molecular biology and structural biology, are encouraged to apply. Experience with protein expression and protein purification/isolation are required. Bioinformatics and structural modelling are also desirable. Additional qualifications include effective writing and communication, strong problem solving and critical thinking, and ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary and interactive research environment.

Qualifications

• A recent PhD in Plant/microbial Biology, Biochemistry, or related discipline

• Relevant Experiences in Photosynthesis, Bioinformatics, and Proteomics are desired

• Experience in basic Microbiology techniques including tissue culture or algal culture

• Experience in Molecular Biology (PCR, cloning, protein expression and isolation from E.coli cells) and Protein biochemistry (chromatography, SDS-PAGE, western blot, enzymatic assays, protein chemical labeling)

• Effective oral and written communication

• Independence and project leadership skills

• Basic Mass Spectrometry knowledge and techniques (can be trained in lab)

Interested applicants must apply through https://slu.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Careers. Please also send a PDF file including a personal statement, a full CV with a list of publications and contact information for three references to Dr. Liu at Haijun.liu@slu.edu.

The positions offer competitive pay (NIH postdoctoral level) and a generous benefit package offered at SLU.

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