LGBTInAcademia | Postdoctoral Researcher for 3D Cell Studies at University of New Hampshire in Durham, New Hampshire, United States

Postdoctoral Researcher for 3D Cell Studies

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University of New Hampshire

Location: Durham, New Hampshire
Category: Admin-Other Administrative Positions
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Job Description

Operating Title

Postdoctoral Researcher for 3D Cell Studies

Campus Location

Durham

Department

UNH CEPS Chemistry

Summary of Position

The postdoctoral researcher will be responsible for the synthesis, purification and characterization of novel nucleic acid based extracellular matrices that facilitate fluorescence imaging of cellular membranes. The researcher is also expected to perform cell culture and develop assays to test the matrices in live and fixed cells and in 2D or 3D using confocal imaging, viability tests, and release assays. Successful applicant will demonstrate a strong interest in the mentorship of graduate and undergraduate students.

Posting Number

PF0928FY25

Acceptable Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Biochemistry or it’s equivalent that includes research specializing in growing eukaryotic cell lines, 2D cell culture, 3D cell culture, confocal microscopy, RNAseq, DNAseq, molecular biology assays, and knowledge of chemical biology. Candidates should also be familiar with image processing software, and statistical software like R.

Additional Preferred Qualifications

Applicants that have held independent researcher positions and have a record of mentorship are preferred. Candidates with master degree’s in biological sciences with an additional Ph.D. are preferred.

Salary Information

Salary is complemented by a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, tuition, and paid time off.

Quick Link to Posting

https://jobs.usnh.edu/postings/63712

Percent Time Information (FTE)

100%

Faculty Information

Other (e.g., fiscal/academic yr)

If Renewable or Number of years, please specify

Option for 1 year renewable if candidate has applied for funding.

Type of Position

Post Doctorate

Posting Date

11/08/2024

Open Until Filled

Yes

Interested Internal Candidates Exist?

No

Appointment Type

Post Doc

This position is responsible for the supervision of

Students

Special Requirements

A background check will be required as a condition of employment.

EEO Statement

The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.

Special Instructions to Applicants

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Instructions for reference providers can be access at: https://support.interfolio.com/m/29600/l/266335-submit-a-letter-of-recommendation-to-interfolio.

Institution Information

The University of New Hampshire is an R1 Carnegie classification research institution providing comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs of distinction. UNH is located in Durham on a 188-acre campus, 60 miles north of Boston and 8 miles from the Atlantic coast and is convenient to New Hampshire’s lakes and mountains. There is a student enrollment of 13,000 students, with a full-time faculty of over 600, offering 90 undergraduate and more than 70 graduate programs. The University actively promotes a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, life experiences, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.

The UNH Diversity Resource Guide with information and programming available in the seacoast area, New Hampshire, and the region can be found here: https://www.unh.edu/hr/diversity-resource-guide

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