Postdoctoral Research Associate

Chemistry

Full-Time

P21016

09/21/2020

Yes

The Gustavsson Lab in the Department of Chemistry at Rice University is seeking a postdoctoral research associate to develop novel single-molecule and super-resolution fluorescence imaging strategies for cellular imaging applications within biophysics and biomedicine. Experience in optics and microscopy is required. More information on the Gustavsson Lab’s research can be found at: https://gustavssonlab.rice.edu.

Rice University has an active postdoctoral training community (https://graduate.rice.edu/postdoctorates) and features a broad, world-class research community located in close vicinity to the Texas Medical Center.

Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate

Physics, chemistry, bioengineering, or related field

No experience required

- Single-molecule and/or super-resolution imaging and instrumentation development
- Programming
- Microfabrication
- Microfluidics
- Biophysics

- Knowledge of modern research methods, data collection, and analyses within microscopy and cellular imaging
- Knowledge of the concepts and principles in optics and microscopy; Ability to use optics and microscopy equipment and align optical systems
- Knowledge of how to write scholarly papers based on ongoing research and how to submit them to journals for publication
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, oral presentation skills, and a desire to develop these to a high level
- Excellent scientific and numerical skills with meticulous attention to details and accuracy
- Ability to work in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment and ability to work independently and professionally with minimal supervision and direction
- Ability to troubleshoot an experiment as necessary; Ability to maintain quality and safety control standards
- Critical thinking, organization and time management skills

- Requires manual dexterity for pipetting, aligning optics, and other aspects of experimental protocols
- Requires working at a computer for extended periods of time (up to eight hours per day)
- Moderate lifting and carrying experimental materials and supplies

- Receive annual safety trainings by the university, and will be supplied with personal protective equipment (PPE) as needed
- Shared office space (separate from the lab) and a work laptop
- Occasionally work evenings and/or weekends due to the demands of the research activities

As defined under the Texas Education Code and Rice Policy No. 425, this position is security sensitive and employment in this position is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.

Position is not considered essential during a campus emergency.

Serves as a representative of the University, displaying courtesy, tact, consideration and discretion in all interactions with other members of the Rice community and with the public.

http://jobs.rice.edu/postings/24519

- Develops novel single-molecule and super-resolution fluorescence imaging strategies for cellular imaging applications within biophysics and biomedicine
- Uses optics and microscopy to image cellular structures and measure intracellular dynamics
- Documents, analyzes, and maintains research data, including images, analysis code, and protocols
- Publishes and presents research findings within the fields of microscopy and biophysics
- Mentors, oversees, and/or trains junior research team members
- Assists with lab purchasing
- Supports project management and collaboration across institutions or disciplines
- May monitor research budget
- May assist in the administration of research project
- Provides academic services (ie. teaching classes) to the department as required
- Performs all other duties as assigned