Post Doctoral Associate
Biological Sciences - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26002861)
The Kaplan lab in the Department of Biological Sciences seeks a postdoctoral fellow with experience in yeast initiation mechanisms, deep sequencing library construction, and analysis of genomic data (TSS-seq, MPRA-seq, or other). The projects relate to the design and implementation of massively parallel reporter assays to dissect mechanisms of transcription through analysis of a large number of promoter variants. Candidate must have strong attention to detail and ability to analyze large datasets deriving from deep-sequencing experiments. Duties include preparation and writing of manuscripts, attendance at weekly internal and shared group meetings, presentation of data at lab meetings and scientific conferences, and the curation of data for submission to public databases. Molecular, genomic, organization, and communication skills are essential.
The Department of Biological Sciences is a highly interactive community situated on the Oakland campus of the University of Pittsburgh. We are dedicated to the mutual success of our faculty and students in our research, education, and outreach missions. The department and university nurture a strong teaching community with active efforts in teaching innovation and pedagogical research. Pittsburgh is a city that is often voted "most livable" in the nation. Further information about the Department of Biological Sciences is available at: http://www.biology.pitt.edu.
To apply, candidates should submit PDF documents of the following to Talent Center (http://join.pitt.edu): (a) a letter of application, (b) a current CV, (c) a brief (~3 page) statement of research interests, and (d) at least 2 references.
Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.
To apply, candidates should submit PDF documents of the following to Talent Center (http://join.pitt.edu): (a) a letter of application, (b) a current CV, (c) a brief (~3 page) statement of research interests, and (d) at least 2 references.
The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.
Assignment Category: Full-time regular
Campus: Pittsburgh
Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable
Required Attachments: Curriculum Vitae
Assignment Category Full-time regular
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