Postdoctoral Fellow- Biophysical Chemistry
Core
Conduct single-molecule biophysics research on protein mechanics, folding pathways, and conformational dynamics using force spectroscopy.
Role type
Postdoctoral Fellow (Research Scientist)
Builds
Fundamental discoveries in biophysical chemistry regarding protein behavior at the single-molecule level.
Domain
Biophysical Chemistry / Single-molecule Biophysics
Deliverable
production ML models | research
Required skills
Single-molecule force spectroscopy (AFM, Optical Tweezers), Protein purification and characterization, Data analysis and programming (Igor Pro, Python, MATLAB), Scientific writing and publication, Laboratory safety protocols
Preferred skills
Experience with Magnetic Tweezers or single-molecule fluorescence, Molecular biology techniques (cloning, expression), Mentorship of graduate/undergraduate students
Technologies
Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM), Optical Tweezers, Igor Pro, MATLAB, Python
Responsibilities
Design and execute single-molecule force spectroscopy experiments; Purify and prepare protein samples; Develop automated data analysis pipelines; Mentor students; Lead manuscript preparation and conference presentations
Seniority
Postdoctoral Fellow (Early-career researcher)