Postdoctoral Associate- Allorecognition
Baylor College of Medicine
Houston, TX
Job posting number: #7268783 (Ref:20146-en_US)
Posted: August 2, 2024
Job Description
Summary
We are seeking a motivated postdoctoral researcher to join our laboratory and investigate the TgrB1-TgrC1 allorecognition pathway in Dictyostelium discoideum. This pathway plays a critical role in cell-cell recognition during development. As a member of our team, you will explore the molecular mechanisms underlying this pathway, focusing on how TgrB1 and TgrC1 proteins interact, their roles in cell-cell adhesion, and the signaling events triggered by their recognition. Your research will contribute to our understanding of cellular communication, developmental processes, and the evolution of social behavior.
Job Duties
- Investigates tgrB1-tgrC1 allorecognition mechanisms, collaborate, and advance knowledge.
- Assists in training rotation students and junior PhD students.
- Participates in laboratory functions, including journal club and group meeting.
- Studies molecular interactions, signal pathways, and contributes to scientific understanding.
- Participates in preparation of abstracts and manuscripts.
- Participates in Departmental activities, including seminars and retreats.
- Participates in Graduate School activities for postdoctoral fellows, including but not limited to RCR training (responsible conduct of research).
- Participates in career development activities.
Minimum Qualifications
- MD or Ph.D. in Basic Science, Health Science, or a related field.
- No experience required.
Preferred Qualifications
- . Ph.D. in a relevant field: Candidates should have completed their doctoral studies in a related discipline, such as molecular biology, biochemistry, or cell biology in recent years.
- Familiarity with Dictyostelium discoideum: Experience with this model organism is advantageous.
- Proficiency in molecular genetics: A strong background in molecular genetics is required.
- Experience with microscopy and/or bioinformatics are an advantage.
- Collaborative mindset: Effective communication and teamwork are crucial, as you’ll work closely with other lab members.
Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.
Baylor College of Medicine fosters diversity among its students, trainees, faculty and staff as a prerequisite to accomplishing our institutional mission, and setting standards for excellence in training healthcare providers and biomedical scientists, promoting scientific innovation, and providing patient-centered care. - Diversity, respect, and inclusiveness create an environment that is conducive to academic excellence, and strengthens our institution by increasing talent, encouraging creativity, and ensuring a broader perspective. - Diversity helps position Baylor to reduce disparities in health and healthcare access and to better address the needs of the community we serve. - Baylor is committed to recruiting and retaining outstanding students, trainees, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds by providing a welcoming, supportive learning environment for all members of the Baylor community.
