"Postdoctoral Fellow Kharel lab - Biochemistry and Molecular Biology"

Job Description Summary

A postdoctoral position is available in the laboratory of RNA Biology and Therapeutics (https://kumc-staging.ingeniuxondemand.com/school-of-medicine/academics/departments/biochemistry-and-molecular-biology/research/kharel-lab) in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (BMB), University of Kansas Medical Center (KUMC). The Kharel Lab is looking for applicants with interests in studying RNA biology in human neurological disorders. Particularly, an interest in studying G-quadruplex biology from both biological and therapeutic aspects is desired. Applied methods range from the use of biochemical, biophysical, molecular, cellular, and bioinformatics approaches. Collaboration with structural biologists is possible. 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.

Job Description

Job Duties Outlined:

• Conduct research, record data, analyze data, and interpret experimental results.
• Read literature articles, develop new ideas, and assimilate the information into his/her 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. Share expertise and contribute to a collaborative and dynamic research environment.
• Submit fellowship applications, as eligible, to bolster research funding and CV building for projects.

Required Qualifications

Education: PhD or equivalent terminal degree in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in using biophysical tools, such as circular dichroism, microscale thermophoresis, etc.
• Practical experience in RNA and/or protein biochemistry, including the expression and purification of recombinant proteins and the functional analysis of proteins and RNA-protein complexes is desired.
• Experience in investigating aspects of eukaryotic translation and associated quality control processes will be highly appreciated.
• High-throughput data analysis (RNA-seq/ Proteome).
• Experience in cutting edge techniques in RNA Biology, protein biochemistry, neuromuscular biology, and cell biology.
• Experience working with mouse model of neuro/muscular disorders.

Skills

• Excellent critical thinking, scholarly and communication skills.

Required Documents:

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter