Postdoctoral Researcher

7 days ago


San Diego, California, United States InsideHigherEd Full time
Postdoctoral Scholar Position

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Postdoctoral Scholar to join our research team in the Division of Biological Sciences at the University of California, San Diego. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of Prof. Stephen Mayfield and Dr. Ryan Simkovsky to develop synthetic biology, metabolic engineering, and high throughput screening tools to alter a novel strain of cyanobacteria for increased production of biomass and chemicals in alkaline salt media.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement synthetic biology and metabolic engineering strategies to enhance cyanobacterial productivity
  • Design and execute high throughput screening experiments to identify optimal conditions for biomass and product yields
  • Collaborate with industry leaders and academic groups to develop sustainable, recyclable, and biodegradable polyester polyurethane materials
  • Evaluate strains in the laboratory for biomass and product yields, and develop biochemical and analytical chemistry methods as needed
  • Grow the most productive strains in 200-L raceway ponds at our greenhouse facility to generate enough biomass and products for further processing

Requirements:

  • PhD in Biology or related field with experience in synthetic or molecular biology, microbiology, or biochemistry
  • Strong background in cyanobacterial biology and metabolic engineering
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with cyanobacteria and metabolic engineering
  • Postdoctoral or equivalent experience, and commitment to mentoring and research training service to build equitable and diverse scholarly environment

How to Apply:

Please submit your application, including a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research, and statement of contributions to diversity, to the University of California, San Diego. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates.



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