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Post-Doc Research Assoc

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The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
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Knoxville, TN

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Postdoctoral position in the Joshi lab at University of Tennessee, Knoxville

The Joshi lab (www.joshilaboratory.com) is looking for highly motivated postdoctoral candidate to study biogenesis of membrane-bound organelles such as lipid droplets and peroxisomes. Our lab is interested in understanding molecular mechanisms of organelle biogenesis from ER membrane using budding yeast and mammalian cell culture. Formation of organelles such as peroxisomes and lipid droplets occur at specialized regions in the ER called ER subdomains. Our research indicates a family of proteins, Pex30 in yeast and MCTP1 and MCTP2 in mammalian cells, are localized at the ER subdomains, where peroxisomes and LDs form. This project will involve characterization of these subdomains to identify novel proteins and lipids required for organelle biogenesis. For our research we use yeast and mammalian cell culture, confocal and super-resolution microscopy, live-cell imaging, advanced image acquisition and quantitation methods as well as biochemical and molecular biology techniques. The Joshi lab is in the BCMB department (bcmb.utk.edu) at the University of Tennessee in the city of Knoxville located about 30 miles from the Great Smoky Mountains.



Qualifications
Duties/Responsibilities:

Candidate is expected to design and carry out independent research, write fellowship applications (if applicable), present research at local, national, and international meetings and publish papers. Candidate must be self-motivated, has a strong aptitude for research, and the ability to quickly learn new areas of research and carry out experiments in a new system. The candidate’s primary responsibility will be to conduct research. The candidate will have the opportunity to mentor junior lab members, including undergraduate and graduate students. Good organizational and computer skills and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team are necessary.

Minimum Required Education and Experience:

  • PhD degree in Biological Sciences, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or related field
  • A record of peer-reviewed publications
  • Excellent writing and verbal communication skills
Minimum Required Skills and Abilities:

  • Excellent working knowledge of cell biology, biochemistry, and molecular biology techniques.
  • Experience in super-resolution microscopy, identifying protein-protein interaction networks, or protein purification is a plus.
Please provide a cover letter, CV, and the names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three references by via email to ajoshi18@utk.edu



Job: Research Professional
Primary Location: US-Tennessee-knoxville
Organization: Biochem/Cell & Molec Biology
Schedule: Full-time
Job Posting: Oct 11, 2022, 12:47:02 PM

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Working at The University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Founded in 1794, the University of Tennessee is one of the nation’s oldest and most storied public universities. Based in Knoxville, Tennessee’s flagship land-grant institution includes the statewide Institute of Agriculture and the Space Institute in Tullahoma. The university embodies excellence in teaching, discovery, scholarship, research, creative activity, outreach, and engagement. Known as the Volunteers, we lead with a spirit of selflessness, empathy, and courage, and strive to be champions for diversity, equity, and inclusion

UT Knoxville is a Research 1 university with 11 academic colleges and more than 900 programs of study. With an enrollment of more than 30,000 students, our academic programs are repeatedly ranked top in their class. The university co-manages Oak Ridge National Laboratory, the country’s most prominent national lab, driving innovation in advanced manufacturing and materials, national security, and more. We are closely connected with our communities through outreach and extension efforts across Tennessee and through partnerships with non-profits, corporations, and industries—regionally, nationally, and around the globe.

The city of Knoxville is nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. The modern, thriving community is surrounded by gorgeous lakes and hundreds of miles of walking, hiking, and biking trails. Situated along the banks of the Tennessee River, our beautiful features an eclectic music scene, internationally recognized festivals, unique restaurants, and a robust offering of diverse cultural activities. Knoxville is located within a day’s drive of Atlanta, Nashville, Asheville, Charlotte, Louisville, Cincinnati, Memphis, Chicago, and Washington D.C.

Knoxville and the surrounding counties have a population of more than 850,000 people. The region houses many leading corporations and organizations, including Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Pilot/Flying J, the Tennessee Valley Authority, and Regal Cinemas, along with HGTV, Food Network, and other networks owned by Discovery Inc.

As a member of the UT family, you will be surrounded by top-notch faculty, staff, and students from around the world. You will be part of a diverse campus community that is passionate about changing the world and cheering for the Vols on game day.

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