Dr. Ahmed H. Badran’s laboratory at Scripps Research seeks to hire 3-4 highly motivated Postdoctoral Associates. The Badran Lab aims to address technical shortcomings in conserved cellular processes through innovative synthetic/chemical biology, directed evolution, genome editing and bioengineering approaches. Specifically, we aspire to develop tools for accelerating the evolution of macromolecular biosynthetic machinery and whole organisms. The recruited postdoctoral scholar(s) will lead diverse projects in the following areas:
- Targeted antibiotics discovery for microbiome regulation;
- Prediction of antimicrobial resistance modalities;
- Comprehensive strategies for genetic code expansion;
- Improving carbon fixation through RuBisCO directed evolution; and
- Development of polymerases for xeno nucleic acid amplification
Postdoctoral Associates are appointed positions for the purpose of developing scholarly competence, working under the supervision of a Scripps Research Faculty member. These appointments are normally not renewed beyond a total of five years. Postdoctoral Associates cannot apply for external funding either as a Principal Investigator or Co-Principal Investigator without prior approval from a Departmental Chair. Postdoctoral Associates do not have consulting privileges.
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RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
- In-depth understanding of nucleic acid and protein biochemistry
- Prior experience with protein/RNA bioengineering, experimental synthetic biology, molecular biology, bacterial genetics, mammalian tissue culture and assay development are all preferred but not absolutely necessary; any exceptionally creative and driven scientist interested in joining our team will be thoroughly considered
- Strong oral and written communication, data documentation, and presentation skills
- Ability to handle multiple projects at the same time
- Excellent collaborative and interpersonal skills
- Successful record of scientific publications in peer-reviewed journals
REQUIREMENTS:
- Doctoral degree in chemical biology, chemistry, molecular biology, biochemistry, cell biology or related field; a pending doctoral degree will be considered with approval of the Principal Investigator
COMPENSATION: Postdoctoral Associates will be hired following the National Institute of Health and California’s exempt salary guidelines, which provide for a starting range of $68,000- $73,230. Consideration will be given to experience that exceeds the listed requirements.
COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS INCLUDE:
- Eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution.
- Full suite of Health and Welfare plans including three medical plan options (including an HSA available option), dental, vision, life insurance, disability, EAP and more.
- Access to Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical/Dependent Care).
- Remote/Hybrid/Flexible work schedules (Dependent on role).
- Competitive vacation and sick leave policies.
- Free, on-site Counseling Center which provides confidential counseling services to benefits-eligible employees and their family members.
- Free, on-site parking.
- Pet Insurance
