Assistant Research Professor - Cosgrove Lab
Core
Conduct independent research on plant cell wall structure, biomechanics, and the action of expansins in an evolutionary/phylogenetic context, particularly in Arabidopsis thaliana.
Role type
Assistant Research Professor (Plant Biophysics/Molecular Biology)
Builds
Research findings on plant cell wall structure and expansin action
Domain
Plant biology, biomechanics, molecular biology
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
molecular biology, genetic engineering, phenotype characterization of plants, independent research planning and execution, scientific writing, grant proposal writing, mentoring junior researchers
Preferred skills
computational biology, biophysical analysis, digital science communication
Technologies
N/A
Responsibilities
Plan, execute, interpret, document, and troubleshoot independent research; collaborate with computational and experimental team members; mentor junior lab members; write manuscripts and grant proposals; communicate science to peers and public
Seniority
Postdoctoral level (3+ years postdoc experience)