Postdoctoral Research Scholar

Posted 12 days ago

louisiana state university lsuBaton Rouge (LA)

Molecular and Cellular Biologists Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)

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About the role

Postdoctoral Research Scholar A postdoc associate position is available in the laboratory of Fan Zhang at Louisiana State University. We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to study how synthetic microbial community reprogram host metabolism and endocrine signaling to shape reproduction and lifespan in Caenorhabditis elegans. The successful candidate will use C. elegans genetics, synthetic microbial community, metabolic analysis, and imaging approaches to dissect mechanisms linking microbial metabolism to host endocrine signaling. The position offers strong opportunities for independence and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Duties Include: 80% Develop an NIH funded research project to understand the molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying host microbiome interaction using C. elegans as model organisms. 20% Supervise/train/manage other lab members and students.

Minimum Qualifications: PhD in microbiology, molecular biology, genetics, metabolism, or related field; with specific Experience with molecular biology and imaging techniques. Preferred Experience in Strong publication records appropriate for career stage. Highly self-motivated and capable of working independently as well as collaboratively. Experience in at least one of the following: C. elegans genetics, microbial genetics, or metabolic biology. Experience with neuropeptide signaling, metabolomics/proteomics, imaging, or bioinformatics is a plus. Please submit a current CV and contact information of 3 references. An official transcript showing highest degree obtained will be needed prior to hire. For questions or concerns regarding the position, please contact Lori Bond at lbond3@lsu.edu.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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