Tufts University

Tufts University

Postdoctoral Scholar - Biology

Medford, Massachusetts · Full-time

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About the role

  • The Department of Biology maintains an active research and teaching program on the Medford campus and in various field locales, and trains and advises graduate and undergraduate students as well as post-doctoral fellows.
  • The Tufts Department of Biology is dedicated to providing our students a unified and comprehensive view of biological processes, as well as opportunities for undergraduates to actively participate in cutting-edge biological research in molecular biology, cell biology, genetics, physiology, plant ecology, animal behavior, and conservation biology.

Responsibilities

  • Postdoctoral Fellow - Amphibian stem cells in biohybrid device design
  • The project will contain both basic developmental biology and applied design approaches.
  • We welcome applicants with backgrounds in developmental biology and/or bioengineering as this project lies at an intersection between both disciplines, developing a new class of autonomous biohybrid machines.
  • Design, execute, and analyze laboratory experiments including amphibian embryo manipulations, mRNA microinjection, and microscopy.
  • Perform basic Developmental biology techniques including cloning, embryonic microinjection, and immunohistochemistry, with supervision from the PI as necessary
  • Develop and optimize laboratory protocols and help train and mentor new lab members
  • Maintain accurate records and communicate findings to the PI and team
  • Order supplies, maintain specialized equipment (as relevant), and assist with lab organization
  • Apply for postdoctoral funding with support from the PI

Requirements

  • PhD in biology, developmental biology, biological engineering, synthetic biology, or a related field is required
  • Experience with general molecular biology training in an academic or industry laboratory
  • Expertise molecular cloning and general microscopy
  • Background in an in vivo or in vitro biological system (i.e. must have worked with living tissue)
  • Experience with wet lab and/or cell culture projects
  • Ability to coordinate multiple projects and work effectively in a shared, open-lab space

Nice to have

  • Familiarity with aquatic developmental model system (xenopus, zebrafish, axolotl, etc.)
  • Experience with optogenetic stimulation of cells is valuable but not required
  • Experience with fluidics and/or microfluidics is valuable but not required
  • Experience teaching and mentoring in classroom and laboratory settings
  • Special Work Schedule
  • Special Work Schedule Requirements:
  • Will work with and be exposed to hazardous chemicals and materials including formaldehyde-based fixatives.
  • Need to adhere to proper safety procedures.

Compensation

  • Minimum $67,500.00, Midpoint $72,875.00, Maximum $78,250.00
  • Salary is based on related experience, expertise, and internal equity
  • generally, new hires can expect pay between the minimum and midpoint of the range.

Company info

  • Across the project, there will be opportunities to mentor undergraduates, technicians, and PhD students, and we are looking for someone who is eager to talk science, share ideas, and teach.
  • We are located in a newly renovated research space on Tufts University's Medford, MA campus.
  • Note: Because we are a new lab, we expect the postdoc-who will be a senior member of the group-to contribute to lab management and help establish workflows, best practices, and lab culture.
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