Research Associate-Fixed Term
- Employer
- Michigan State University
- Location
- East Lansing
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- Administrative Jobs
- Academic Affairs, Research Staff & Technicians
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Work type: Faculty/Academic Staff
Major Administrative Unit / College: College Of Agriculture And Nat Resources
Department: Animal Science Department Anr 10002063
Sub Area: FAS- Fac./Acad Staff
Salary: Salary Commensurate with Experience
Location: East Lansing
Categories: Research/Scientific, Fixed Term Academic Staff, Full Time (90-100%), Non-Union
Position Summary
A post-doctoral Research Associate position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Yuan Wang at Michigan State University (MSU, East Lansing, Michigan). This postdoc is expected to work on stem cell differentiation and germ cell development. Germ cells carry genomic information across generations to ensure the continuation of life. Disruption of germ cell development will lead to infertility, affecting about 15% of couples worldwide. Using stem cell differentiation platforms and various mouse models, the Wang lab seeks to understand the regulatory pathways that govern germ cell development to eventually improve mammalian reproductive health (https://www.canr.msu.edu/people/yuan_wang). The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on multiple projects to gain experience in stem cell differentiation, mammalian embryonic development, and spermatogenesis. MSU provides a competitive salary and excellent benefits for the position.
Specific Position Duties
Research (100%)
Perform experiments using advanced molecular, cellular and mouse genetic research techniques to unveil key regulators in spermatogonial stem cell self-renewal and differentiation during mammalian germ cell development
Have the primary responsibility for analyzing data and writing scientific publications
Present the results at national and international scientific meetings
Equal Employment Opportunity StatementAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Required DegreeDoctorate
Minimum RequirementsDoctoral degree in Biological Sciences related disciplines (Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, or Developmental Biology).
Experience in molecular and cell biology research (please refer to desired skills below).
Knowledge in germ cell development and stem cell differentiation is preferred but not required.
Prior experience with gene knockout mouse models and stem cell culture is preferred but not required.
Established track record of success, including first-authored publications in peer-reviewed scientific journals.
Desired QualificationsDesired skills in cell culture and transfection, molecular cloning, protein expression, and Western blots, RNA isolation and real time-PCR, immunofluorescence/immunohistochemistry, flow cytometry, confocal microscopy.
Required Application MaterialsCV, contact of 3 references, personal statement
Special InstructionsApply at careers@msu.edu
Review of Applications Begins On12/06/2024
MSU StatementMichigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.
Advertised: Nov 22, 2024 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: Nov 22, 2026 Eastern Standard Time
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- 29th among the nation’s public universities
- First in the nation for 19 years for graduate programs in elementary and secondary education
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Recognized for 11 consecutive years as one of the top 100 universities in the world by Shanghai Jiao Tong University in its annual Academic Ranking of World Universities
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Silver rating from the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education’s STARS program, which measures and encourages sustainability in education and research; operations; and planning, administration, and engagement
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