Summary:
The Joint Genome Institute (JGI) at Berkeley Lab is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow to explore gene regulation in plants and microbes using advanced experimental and computational techniques. This role involves developing high-throughput genomic assays and computational pipelines to analyze large-scale datasets, enhancing JGI’s strategic initiatives in AI-powered functional genomics.
Postdoctoral Fellow in Functional Genomics, Bay Area, California, United States
Designation:
Postdoctoral Fellow
Location:
Bay Area, California, United States
Research Area:
Functional Genomics, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology
Eligibility/Qualification:
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Education | Recent Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Genomics, Computational Biology, Bioengineering, or a related scientific discipline (within last 1-2 years) |
| Experience | Proven experience in experimental (wet lab) and computational methodologies |
| Skills | Proficiency in molecular biology protocols, high-throughput data analysis, scripting languages (e.g., Python, R) |
| Publications | Record of recent or pending peer-reviewed publications |
| Communication Skills | Excellent oral and written communication skills |
Job Description:
- Design and optimize high-throughput biochemical and genomic assays to investigate gene regulation.
- Explore how protein sequence and structure variations influence binding to DNA and ligands.
- Develop multiplexed functional genomics methods, including single-cell RNA-seq and ATAC-seq technologies.
- Generate large-scale datasets using automation and advanced sequencing platforms.
- Build custom computational pipelines for data integration and predictive modeling.
- Collaborate with scientists and engineers to establish scalable data analysis workflows.
- Document methods and results to ensure reproducibility.
- Publish findings and present at scientific meetings.
- Adhere to laboratory safety protocols and compliance regulations.
How to Apply:
To apply, please submit your curriculum vitae (CV) or resume along with a cover letter detailing your interest in this position by April 26, 2026. Applications will be accepted until the job posting is removed.
Last Date to Apply:
April 26, 2026 (Priority consideration will be given to applications submitted by this date)
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