Postdoctoral Fellow - BMB Biochemistry
University of Kansas Medical Center
- # Postdoctoral Fellow - BMB BiochemistryApplylocations: Kansas City Metro Areatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: JR010238## **Department:**SOM KC Biochemistry-----Biochemistry## **Position Title:**Postdoctoral Fellow - BMB Biochemistry## **Job Family Group:**Professional Staff## **Job Description Summary:**Postdoctoral scholars at the University of Kansas Medical Center are individuals who have received their terminal degree and who have opted to pursue further training in a postdoctoral appointment. Postdoctoral scholarship is a time-limited appointment, the primary purpose of which is to provide research and/or scholarly training for an academic or research career. A postdoctoral scholar at KUMC is expected to: Participate in a full-time regimen of advanced training and research, train under the supervision of a faculty research mentor who will provide the opportunity for collaborative and independent research, as well promote publication of findings and preparation of research grants as determined by a mutual agreement between the postdoctoral scholar and the mentor, participate in relevant academic activities related to the preparation for a career in research or academia, participate in the University’s Individual Development Plan policy for postdoctoral scholars, have a PhD or equivalent terminal degree (such as MD, DVM, PsyD, PharmD, etc.), and candidates should have strong English skills and demonstrate an ability to write and communicate with a scientific audience. Candidates must be able to independently plan, multi-task and complete projects. Ideally, the fellow will be expected to design and execute experiments, analyze data, write and prepare independent grant applications and manuscripts for scientific publications, and supervise graduate students. A postdoctoral position is available in the Schaich laboratory of Single-molecule Biology and Epigenetics in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (BMB), University of Kansas Medical Center (KUMC). The Schaich Lab is looking for the applicants with interests in studying chromatin biology and its regulation by oxidative DNA demethylation. A particular emphasis for the lab is using single-molecule and structural approaches to better understand the oxidative DNA demethylation pathway. Applied methods range from the use of biochemical, biophysical, single-molecule, cellular, and structural approaches. Applicants should hold a PhD or equivalent degree in Biochemistry, Molcular Biology, Cell Biology, or related fields. Applicants should be self-driven, highly motivated and capable of planning and conducting independent research under the PI’s supervision while being willing to collaborate. Practical experience in protein biochemistry, including the expression and purification of recombinant proteins and the functional analysis of proteins is desired. Experience in cell biology, including CRISPR/Cas9 approaches, transient transfections, and PCR is also preferred. Candidates should be able to rapidly learn new approaches, work independently, generate publication quality data, and craft the data into manuscripts and fellowship applications.## **Job Description:****Key Roles and Responsibilities*** Conduct research, record data, analyze data, and interpret experimental results.* Read literature articles, develop new ideas, and assimilate the information into project design/interpretation.* Prepare manuscripts for publishing in peer-reviewed scientific journals.* Present research findings at conferences and scientific meetings.* Collaborate with fellow lab members, including graduate students and technicians, to achieve research objectives.* Submit fellowship applications, as eligible, to bolster research funding and CV building for projects.**Compliance**: Attend and maintain compliance on all orientation and training sessions designated by the University and the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, understand and follow all assigned duties, and attend regularly scheduled research team meetings.This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. It is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, duties, and assignments. Furthermore, job duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.**Required Qualifications:****Education**: PhD or equivalent degree in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, or related fields.This position requires a formal degree in the cited discipline area(s) to ensure that candidates have the foundational knowledge and skill set required to perform the duties of the position. The level of degree is based on accreditation requirements, institutional standards of academic and professional excellence, alignment with peer institution benchmarks, and contributes to the credibility and effectiveness of the role within the university community.**Work Experience**:* Experience in protein biochemistry, cell biology, and a strong scientific publication record.**Preferred Qualifications:****Work Experience**:* Experience in protein biochemistry, including the expression and purification of recombinant proteins and the functional analysis of proteins is desired.* Experience in using single-molecule techniques, particularly with fluorescence microscopy and/or optical tweezers.* Experience in structural biology (X-ray crystallography, CryoEM) Skillsets in CRISPR/Cas9 construct design, validation, and implementation.* Experience in cell biology, including CRISPR/Cas9 approaches, transient transfections and PCR**Skills*** Critical Thinking Skills* Problem Solving Skills**Required Documents:*** Resume/CV* Cover Letter**Comprehensive Benefits Package:**Coverage begins on day one for health, dental, and vision insurance and includes health expense accounts with generous employer contributions if the employee participates in a qualifying health plan. Employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and various additional voluntary insurance plans are available. Paid time off, including vacation and sick, begins accruing upon hire, plus ten paid holidays. One paid discretionary day is available after six months of employment, and paid time off for bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave is available after 12 months of employment. A retirement program with a generous employer contribution and additional voluntary retirement programs (457 or 403b) are available. **Employee Type:**Regular## **Time Type:**Full time## **Rate Type:**Salary**Compensation Statement:**The pay range listed for this position is determined by our compensation program using market data and salary benchmarking. A combination of factors is considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, education, experience and training, qualifications relative to the requirements of the position, and funding. At the University of Kansas Medical Center, a reasonable estimate for the starting pay range will be the minimum to midpoint of the posted range, taking into account the combination of factors listed above.## **Pay Range:**$63,480.00 - $90,000.00**Minimum**$63,480.00**Midpoint**$76,739.00**Maximum**$90,000.00
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