Descriptive Title: Postdoctoral Associate (2 positions) REF#: WC-R-5892-09-07-S
Budget Title: same as above Research Foundation Professional Position
Department: Molecular Genetics and Microbiology Campus: Stony Brook West Campus/HSC
Grade: E.89 Salary: Commensurate with experience
THIS POSTING IS NOT CURRENT !!!

Required Qualifications: Ph.D. degree, preferably in Biology, Biochemistry or Biological Sciences. Prior publications and research skills using and investigating RNA viruses, molecular cloning, expression and purification of viral proteins, and the study of intracellular signaling pathways. A full understanding of equipment used in molecular biology, microbiology and molecular genetics.
Preferred Qualifications: Postdoctoral experience in cell signaling, cellular channels, and viral regulation of cellular pathways, receptor responses and miRNA regulation.

Brief Description of Duties: The incumbent will be responsible for Molecular Virology: Influenza Virus Pathogenesis (Erich R. Mackow, Molecular Genetics and Microbiology) and the following:
  • Perform all aspects of DNA cloning, RNA analysis, channel function analysis, protein analysis and analysis of cellular pathway specific responses and independent data collection.
  • Data analysis and interpretation.
  • Literature searches and writing of results.
  • Presentation of data at national or international meetings.
  • Direction of graduate students and technicians within the lab toward a further understanding of the viral signaling pathway regulation.
  • Reagent and equipment maintenance and acquisition.

Special Notes: This is a full time position. The Research Foundation of SUNY is a private educational corporation. Employment is subject to the Research Foundation policies and procedures, sponsor guidelines and the availability of funding. FLSA Exempt position, not eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA. Internal and external search to occur simultaneously. Some nights and weekends may be required. Travel will be required for this position.

The selected candidate must successfully clear a background investigation.

Application Procedure: Those interested in this position should submit a cover letter and resume to:

Margaret Rothwell
Office of the President
Administration Building
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, NY 11794-0701


    Applications for this position must be received, as specified in the Application Procedure Section, no later than 5:00 PM Eastern Time on 10/23/2009, unless specifically noted otherwise in the Special Notes Section.

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Job Category: K) Postdoctoral Positions.
Posting Date: 07/05/2009
Additional Categories: E) Research (professional) and Technical to include lab support positions.
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