"Postdoctoral Associate"

Postdoctoral Associate

Position Information

Position Title: Postdoctoral Associate

Department: Materials Design and Innovation

Posting Link: https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/59822

Job Type: Full-Time

Posting Detail Information

Position Summary

The Snell Laboratory is seeking a postdoctoral associate for an initial two-year term with potential extension depending on continuing funding to contribute to research in the area of protein level structural responses to low-dose radiation.

The position is intended for a motivated individual with a background in a molecular biology with additional experience or interest in structural biology. The Snell Laboratory collaborates closely with AI and classical machine learning developers, and the selected candidate should have expertise or an interest in acquiring expertise in AI and classical machine learning applications for structural biology.

Key responsibilities include:

• Cloning, expression, and purification of target proteins and complexes.
• Crystallization screening.
• Data analysis using X-ray crystallography, neutron crystallography, and X-ray spectroscopy approaches.
• Applying computational skills to support and collaborate on AI and classical machine learning initiatives.

Outstanding Benefits Package

Working at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal and academic pursuit - all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness. We support your growth and development through our career coaching and training department and we qualify as a public service loan forgiveness organization. Learn more about our benefit packages.

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Minimum Qualifications

A doctoral degree in Biophysics, Biochemistry, Biology, or other closely related field. All degree requirements, including dissertation, must be completed at time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Demands

Salary Range

$65,000 - $75,000

Special Instructions Summary

Is a background check required for this posting?

No

Contact Information

Contact's Name: Edward Snell

Contact's Pronouns: He/Him

Contact's Title: Professor

Contact's Email: esnell@buffalo.edu

Contact's Phone: 716-881-7573

Posting Dates

Posted: 11/05/2025

Deadline for Applicants: Open Until Filled

Date to be filled: 01/01/2026