Postdoctoral Research Associate Biochemistry & Molecular Genetics

Overview

The Tang Lab at the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics at the University of Virginia School of Medicine is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral scholar in cellular and molecular biology, focusing on genome instability in cancers. The lab studies the molecular mechanisms of chromosome segregation defects (aneuploidy), chromothripsis, transcription‑replication conflicts (TRCs), DNA‑protein cross links, and other contributors to genomic instability. The goal is to understand complex genome rearrangements prevalent in cancers and congenital human disorders, potentially leading to novel therapeutics for related diseases.

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• Doctoral degree (PhD preferred) in Cell Biology, Genetics and Genomics, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related biomedical science discipline by the appointment start date.
• Prior experience with live‑cell imaging, genomics, protein expression and purification.
• Publications in high‑impact peer‑reviewed journals (first author preferred).
• Postdoctoral appointment is limited to individuals who have received a doctoral degree within the previous five years. The position is a 12‑month appointment with the possibility of two additional one‑year renewals contingent on satisfactory performance and funding availability.

• Full‑time research or scholarship at the University.
• Preparation for a full‑time academic or research career.
• Supervised by a senior scholar, with the opportunity to publish the results of research.
• Accurately record experimental results and collaborate with the PI to determine next steps.
• Present data at lab meetings and possibly at conferences.
• Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Salary will be commensurate with education and experience. This is an exempt‑level, benefited position. The position is based in Charlottesville, VA and must be performed fully on‑site. Background checks and pre‑employment health screenings will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment. Learn more about UVA benefits.

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Contact information for three professional references

Please apply online by searching for requisition number R0077247. Complete an application with the required documents. Applications missing any of the required documents will not receive full consideration.

For questions about the application process, please contact Jeremy Brofft, Senior Recruiter at xmf9ad.

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