Postdoctoral Researcher- Physics

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Job # 074943 Job Title Postdoctoral Researcher- Physics Location Syracuse, NY Pay Range Commensurate with experience FLSA Status Exempt Hours

As determined by supervisor

Job Type Full-time Rank Post Doc Campus Syracuse, NY Unionized Position Code Not Applicable Job Description

The Physics department at Syracuse University is soliciting applications for a post- doctoral researcher who will work in experimental single-molecule biophysics and bionanoscience in the group of Prof. Liviu Movileanu at Syracuse University, Syracuse (NY). The candidate should be a recent Ph.D. in physics, biophysics, chemical biology or a related field. Desirable experience should be in at least one of the following areas: single-molecule biophysics, molecular biology and protein chemistry, nanofabrication, as well as advanced imaging and fluorescence methods. The successful candidate will employ nanopore probe techniques to detect proteins by single-molecule stochastic sensing. The initial appointment is for one year with the possibility for renewal positions in the following years. This position involves both fundamental and applicative research as well as advising graduate students in a highly interdisciplinary and self-contained research team. Qualified candidates should send their curriculum vitae, a list of publications, a short description of their qualifications, and the e-mail addresses/phone numbers of three references to Liviu Movileanu (lmovilea@syr.edu). Electronic application materials are preferred (please include them as an e-mail attachment).

Further information about the research pursued by Professor Movileanu’s group is available at the following link: http://movileanulab.syr.edu
He/she will also contribute to mentoring students working on research projects in the group. The appointment will begin Fall of 2020.

Qualifications

Required qualification for consideration is a PhD in Physics, Biophysics, Engineering, or a related field, and demonstrated experience in biophysics.

Desirable experience should be in at least one of the following areas: single-molecule biophysics, molecular biology and protein chemistry, nanofabrication, as well as advanced imaging and fluorescence methods.

Job Specific Qualifications Responsibilities

Fundamental and applied research as well as advising graduate students in a highly interdisciplinary and self-contained research team.

Physical Requirements Tools/Equipment Application Instructions

In addition to completing an online application, please attach a curriculum vitae and cover letter.

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Quick Link https://www.sujobopps.com/postings/82627 Job Posting Date 11/18/2019 Application Deadline Open Until Filled No Priority Consideration Job Category Faculty Message to Applicants