Postdoctoral Associate

Classification Title:

Postdoctoral Associate

Job Description:

Postdoctoral associates are expected to develop new research avenues in collaboration with the PI and contribute to existing projects in the lab. The lab is trainee-centered and surrounded by diverse expertise in the department and on the University of Florida campus. The candidate will work with a collaborative interdisciplinary team, an enthusiastic mentor and a supportive department to maximize productivity and success. Co-mentorship opportunities are also available.

Expected Salary:

Salary will be commensurate with the applicant’s qualifications and experience.

Minimum Requirements:

A Ph.D. focused on one of the following broad areas: biochemistry, microbiology, molecular biology, or cell biology.

Preferred Qualifications: At least two published or “in preparation” papers

- Technical knowledge of modern research methods, data collection, and analysis.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively within a diverse team.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Highly organized

Experience with methods in genomics, proteomics, molecular biology, microbiology, cell biology, or biochemistry are preferred, but not required. Special Instructions to Applicants:

For full consideration, all applicants must apply online through Careers at UF. For formal applications, a curriculum vitae, letter of application summarizing your research interests, goals, and three letters of reference for job number 520059 must be submitted online and emailed to Dr. Aria Eshraghi ( AriaEshraghi@ufl.edu ).

Interested candidates should send an email summarizing their research interests, goals, and CV to Dr. Aria Eshraghi ( AriaEshraghi@ufl.edu ).

Graduate students preparing their dissertations and those who belong to underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Final candidate will be required to provide official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned from an education institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://www.naces.org/ .

The University of Florida is an equal opportunity institution dedicated to building a broadly diverse and inclusive faculty and staff.

The University of Florida is An Equal Employment Opportunity Institution. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352/392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800/955-8771 (TDD). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law.

This is a time-limited position.

Review of applications for job number 520059 will begin on January 19, 2022 and will continue until a suitable candidate has been identified.

Health Assessment Required: Yes.