Postdoctoral Researcher
Job Description
**Apply here:**
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**The research group of Dr. Sozanne Solmaz is looking to recruit a postdoctoral research associate.**
The Solmaz laboratory investigates the molecular mechanisms for precise, bi-directional positioning of the cell nucleus by microtubules motors. These cellular transport pathways are essential for the generation of the majority of the cells in the brain and associated mutations cause devastating brain and muscle developmental diseases, including spinal muscular atrophy, which is the most common genetic cause of death in infants. A second project investigates the interactions of Alzheimer’s disease related forms of tau protein with microtubules. The successful candidate will combine cutting edge structural biology approaches (
**X-ray crystallography and cryo-electron microscopy**
) with
**biophysical techniques, protein biochemistry, neuroscience and cell biology**
to investigate how teams of opposing motor complexes collaborate to achieve correct timing, directionality and velocity for the positioning of the cell nucleus during brain development (e.g. eLife 2022, doi: 10.7554/eLife.74714, PLoS Genet. 2023, doi: 0.1371/journal.pgen.1010642). The ideal candidate for this position will be highly motivated to work both independently to successfully execute the required studies outlined in our NIH-funded R01 grant and will also thrive in a highly collaborative and interdisciplinary environment where they interact with other scientists. Binghamton University is a top-ranked public university in Upstate New York with a vibrant research community and low cost of living. The university can sponsor J1 and H1B visa, as well as other visa categories.
Additional information can be found on the lab webpage:
ssolmaz7.wixsite.com/sozannesolmaz
Full publication list: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/myncbi/18yYo5cdBfekq/bibliography/public/
**Job Duties:**
* Plan, direct and conduct advanced research experiments and establish new research protocols. Maintain laboratory operations.
* Evaluate and analyze data.
* Summarize and publish results as lead author in top-ranking scientific journals.
* Mentor and train PHD and undergraduate students in research.
* Present results at conferences and communicate with a variety of collaborators.
**Requirements:**
* PhD degree or equivalent in Biochemistry, Biophysics, Structural Biology, Chemistry, Pharmacy or a related area, before the start date.
* Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple concurrent programs and deadlines.
* Self-directed, adaptable and capable of working independently and collaboratively.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
**Preferred:**
* Experience in protein purification, biophysical characterization, structural biology or cell biology is a plus.
**Employee Benefits:**
The Research Foundation for the State University of New York offers benefits including medical, dental, vision, dependent care subsidy and other benefits such as SUNY Tuition Assistance.
