Job Summary
The Hughes Lab at the University of North Texas is seeking a highly motivated and collaborative Postdoctoral Research Associate with expertise in microbiology and bacteriophage biology. The lab investigates the diversity of bacteriophages that infect actinobacterial hosts, with a specific emphasis on the genus Streptomyces. The successful candidate will be responsible for bacteriophage isolation, genomic annotation, and experimental characterization of viruses and their interactions with hosts.
Designation
Postdoctoral Research Associate
Research Area
Microbiology, Bacteriophage Biology, and Actinobacterial Research
Location
Denton, Texas, United States
Eligibility/Qualification
Minimum Requirements
- Doctoral degree or PhD in Biology from an accredited institution.
- Candidates who have completed all requirements for the doctoral degree (coursework, dissertation defense) with formal conferral pending are also eligible.
- Ability to maintain the security and integrity of critical organizational infrastructure.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experimental experience with gene cloning and genetic engineering in actinobacterial bacteriophage systems.
- Experience in bacteriophage isolation and genomic annotation.
- Experience in experimental characterization of viruses and their proteins.
Job Description
The Postdoctoral Research Associate will be responsible for the following duties:
- Conducting independent experiments, collecting and analyzing data, and interpreting results.
- Preparing manuscripts for publication in a timely manner.
- Presenting original research internally and externally at professional meetings and conferences.
- Managing day-to-day project operations.
- Training and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students.
- Assisting in proposal writing and research development.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply through the University of North Texas System careers portal. Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. Additional references may be added after the initial submission if necessary.
Last Date for Apply
Not specified (Applications are typically reviewed until the position is filled).
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