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Postdoctoral Researcher

2 months ago


Morgantown, West Virginia, United States WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY RESEARCH CORPORATION Full time
{"h3": "Research Opportunity", "p": "West Virginia University Research Corporation is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to join Dr. Rong Liu\u2019s lab in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine. This position focuses on investigating the roles and mechanisms of molecular motor proteins in human sensory processes. The research will involve a multidisciplinary approach integrating modern recombinant protein expression, quantitative imaging, and preclinical cellular and animal models. The successful candidate will conduct independent research, collaborate within the team, and receive dedicated mentorship to support their transition to the next stage of their scientific career.

The salary for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience.

At WVU Research Corporation, we believe in work-life balance and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including 13 paid holidays, PTO, 403(b) retirement savings, and a range of health insurance options.

Responsibilities:

* Conducting experimental research to characterize motor proteins in a reduced reconstituted system and in live cellular environments.
* Collaborating with team members to interpret data, generate hypotheses, and design follow-up experiments.
* Summarizing research findings and drafting manuscripts for publication.
* Presenting research findings at conferences and seminars.
* Mentoring students and junior trainees.

Qualifications:

* Ph.D. degree in biomedicine.
* A minimum of one first-author peer-reviewed academic paper is required.
* Research experience in working with purified proteins, fluorescent microscopy, or animal models is highly desirable.
* Strong background in molecular biology, protein biochemistry, or cellular mechanisms in vision and hearing processes.
* Experiences with microscopy and high-throughput image quantification and data analysis.
* Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary research environment.
* Excellent communication skills and a track record of scientific productivity.

About Research Corporation:

West Virginia University Research Corporation is a not-for-profit corporation created to support research at West Virginia University. We provide evaluation, development, patenting, management, and marketing services for inventions of the faculty, staff, and students of the University.

We welcome candidates who can contribute a range of ideas, approaches, and experiences. West Virginia University Research Corporation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer.

Schedule:

Full-time