Postdoctoral Research Associate, Biochemistry
Washington University in St. Louis
About the Role
The Ghanbarpour Laboratory in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biophysics at WashU Medicine is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher. The lab's research program investigates how bacteria and human mitochondria maintain homeostasis and respond to stress and environmental challenges, with a central focus on uncovering the molecular mechanisms of ATP-dependent AAA proteolytic machines.
Key Responsibilities
- Assists with grant preparation and reporting.
- Prepares and submits papers on research.
- Assists in the design of research experiments.
- Evaluates research findings and assists in the reporting of the results.
- Conscientious discharge of research responsibilities.
- Maintains conformity with ethical standards in research.
- Maintains compliance with good laboratory practice, including the maintenance of adequate research records.
- Engages in open and timely discussion with mentor regarding laboratory materials, reagents, or records and any proposed disclosure of findings or techniques privately or in publications.
- Collegial conduct towards co-trainees, staff members, and members of the research group.
- Adherence to all applicable University policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Trains under the supervision of a faculty mentor.
- Expected to dedicate up to 20% of their time to an independent research project, with the opportunity to develop a faculty-level research proposal.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Cryo-EM and cryo-ET structural biology
- Biochemical assays
- Cellular assays
- Mass spectrometry
- Protein engineering
- Membrane biology
- Genetic microbiology
Qualifications
- Ph.D., M.D., or Equivalent Terminal or Doctoral Degree.
- Experience in cryo-EM/cryo-ET is highly desirable.
- Additional expertise in biochemistry, genetic microbiology, or protein engineering is a plus.
- No specific work experience is required.
Note: All data, research records, materials, and other intellectual property generated in University laboratories remain the property of the University.