Postdoctoral Associate

Job Description Required Qualifications:

(as evidenced by an attached resume) Ph.D. degree (or foreign equivalent) in biology, biochemistry, biomedical sciences or a closely related field in hand by the start of the appointment. Foundational training in cancer biology, CRISPR screen, especially with experience in laboratory techniques and mouse handling. Ability to demonstrate professional competence in research activities and have research experience in a laboratory setting.

Preferred Qualifications:

Proficient in wet lab (cell culture, bench assays), and mouse work. Strong first author publications. Recent graduates with a background in the biological sciences, a history of academic productivity, and excellent references.

Brief Description of Duties:

The Yang Laboratory at Stony Brook University is seeking a motivated Postdoctoral Associate to join our new and growing group. Research in the Yang Lab explores how mRNA translation drives dynamic cellular responses to nutritional and dietary inputs to reshape the proteome and metabolome in ways that influence health and disease. We use a multidisciplinary approach that integrates cellular and molecular biology, protein-metabolite interaction assays, and translational research to uncover how mRNA regulation contributes to metabolic disorders, cancer, and aging. The postdoc will receive comprehensive training in a broad range of experimental techniques, including cell culture, molecular and biochemical assays, metabolic analysis, imaging, and mouse handling and experimental work. This position offers an excellent opportunity to develop strong research skills, contribute to high-impact projects, and work closely with the PI in a collaborative and supportive environment. Under the direct supervision of Dr. Haojun Yang , the incumbent will perform the following duties:

• Protein, RNA and DNA preparation and analyses; mammalian cell culture with sterile techniques.
• Assist in ordering supplies and equipment to keep the lab inventory well stocked.
• Maintain mouse colony, and mouse metabolic assays.
• Data analysis and participate in manuscript writing for publication.
• Maintain laboratory reagents and equipment.
• Participate in weekly lab meetings, and other duties/projects as assigned.

Special Notes:

The Research Foundation of SUNY is a private educational corporation. Employment is subject to the Research Foundation policies and procedures, sponsor guidelines and the availability of funding. FLSA Exempt position, not eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA. Minimum salary threshold must be met to maintain FLSA exemption. Visit The Office of Postdoctoral Affairs to learn more about our postdoctoral community. Resume/CV and cover letter should be included with the online application. Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning, and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws. If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call the university Office of Equity and Access (OEA) at (631) 632-6280 or visit OEA . In accordance with the Title II Crime Awareness and Security Act a copy of our crime statistics can be viewed here . Visit our

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Post Doctoral