"Postdoctoral Research Scholar"

Postdoctoral Research Scholar

Company: North Carolina State University

Job Location: Raleigh, North Carolina

Category: Animal Science

Type: Full-Time

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Position Number: 00111239

Essential Job Duties: The Department of Animal Science at NC State University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Scholar position. This position, under the guidance of Dr. Xiaoqiu Wang, will investigate molecular mechanisms controlling age-associated uterine adaptability to pregnancy using genetically engineered mouse models, primary human samples, along with multi-omics data integration.

Responsibilities will include:

• Conduct experiments using advanced molecular, cellular, and mouse genetic research techniques
• Analyze data, write journal paper publications and present research at scientific conferences
• Contribute to the training of graduate/undergraduate students
• Contribute to grant applications and participate in career development workshops and activities

Departmental Required Skills:

• Ph.D. in Reproductive Biology, Biomedical Science, or a related biology field.
• Experience in molecular and cell biology research.
• Demonstrated experience with gene knockout mouse models and cell culture.
• Established track record of success, including first-authored publications in peer-reviewed scientific journals.
• Ability to work collaboratively with excellent communication skills

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education:

• Proficiency in transgenic and knockout mouse breeding, handling, and genotyping, as well as cell culture, transfection, molecular cloning, qPCR, IHC/IF, WB, IP, and confocal microscopy
• Knowledge in epigenetics, genome biology, and bioinformatics

Necessary Licenses or Certifications: n/a

Department: 110701 - Animal Science

Location: Raleigh, NC

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