Post-Doctoral Fellow in Chemistry and Chemical Biology (Nocera Lab)

Post-Doctoral Fellow in Chemistry and Chemical Biology (Nocera Lab)

Position

Title - Post-Doctoral Fellow in Chemistry and Chemical Biology (Nocera Lab)

School - Faculty of Arts and Sciences

Department/Area - Chemistry and Chemical Biology

Position Description - The Nocera lab is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow to join the research program to explore radical-based mechanistic enzymology, studying PCET within ribonucleotide reductase (RNR). This position is ideally suited for a candidate interested in an interdisciplinary approach using tools from biochemistry (UAA incorporation and protein labeling), steady-state and transient biophysical spectroscopies (i.e. transient laser spectroscopy), organic synthesis, and electrochemistry.

Responsibilities:

• Performs research and/or development in collaboration with others
• Optimize and investigate new methods and technologies
• Prepare manuscripts, present findings at scientific meetings, and contribute to grant applications.
• Participate in teaching and mentoring activities for undergraduate and graduate students.

Basic Qualifications:

• 1. A Ph.D. in biochemistry, immunology, chemical or molecular biology or related field and 0+ years of experience
• 2. Demonstrated record of research achievement.
• 3. Strong written and oral communication skills.
• 4. Must be able to work independently as well as part of a team in a highly collaborative environment.

Additional Qualifications

Special Instructions - Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, CV, a brief research proposal, and two to three references' names and contact information. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. For more information, please visit our website or contact the department directly.

Salary Range - $67,600

Minimum Number of References Required - 2

Maximum Number of References Allowed - 3

Keywords - biochemistry, biophysics, mechanistic enzymology

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