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Post-Doctoral Positions
Multiple positions in the areas of:
- • Plant Cell Biology
- • Protein Stability
- • Signal Transduction
- • Synthetic Biology
- • Protein Structure and Function
Join a dynamic group working on Plant Molecular Biology and Synthetic Biology. Synthetic Biology is an exciting and broad new approach using rational and computational design of genes, proteins and genetic systems for a specific purpose (Basu et al., 2005; Bio et al., 2006; Bowen et al., 2008; Das and Baker, 2008). We are using synthetic biology to re-design plants with useful traits and understand fundamental question about natural processes. For example, we provide input with computer designed receptors that signals through a synthetic signal transduction pathway producing a specific output. The output could accumulation of biofuels, flowering or a visual response. Our system is modular and by making chimeric molecules (e.g., synthetic::natural) we are able dissect fundamental processes normally used by plants.
For example our synthetic signal transduction system allows control of information flow and dissection of natural systems. Normal signal transduction is not a linear process but instead involves interactions with numerous components and pathways allowing fine-tuning of a response to a specific cell, tissue, developmental stage or environment. To begin to dissect complex signal transduction processes we have built a synthetic system (Antunes et al., 2009b; Antunes et al., 2009a) and are using the tools of synthetic biology to further the approach. Because our system is constructed of modular and standardized parts we can re-assemble the system to ask how native molecules work. For details please see: http://rydberg.biology.colostate.edu/sites/medfordlab/
This highly competitive positions are for Post-doctoral Associates and Research Associates and offer generous salaries. Applicants must be U.S. citizens. The successful candidate will join a dynamic group applying synthetic biology to plants. In addition to the above, because we believe any new technology should have a positive impact on the environment we collaborated with PrecisionBiosciences (http://www.precisionbiosciences.com/), and computationally re-designed proteins to produce a means to target T-DNAs and remove unwanted DNA (e.g., herbicide and antibiotic resistant genes).
For post-doctoral positions, a Ph.D. in cell biology, molecular biology, plant molecular biology or a related field is required. Ideal applicants will have experience in molecular biology, plant cell biology or gene cloning. Experience with transgenic plants is helpful but not essential. Well developed skills in written and verbal communication are desirable. The incumbents are expected to interact with other post-docs, graduate students, and undergraduate students. Duties include a variety, molecular biology techniques, cell biology studies, synthetic gene construction, bacterial expression, production and analysis of transgenic plants, planning experimental approaches based on research literature, and interpreting results. The successful individuals will be self-motivated and capable of independent thought and research.
The Medford lab is located in the Biology Department at Colorado State University in Fort Collins, Colorado. Fort Collins is a city of 130,000 located at the base of the Rocky Mountains about an hour north of Denver. Colorado boasts 300+ sunny days a year and numerous recreational activities exist from the nearby mountains such as world class skiing and hiking.
Please apply at: http://www.biology.colostate.edu/employment.html Click on the link for Post-Doctoral Associate or Research Associate Open pool. Indicate attention to Dr. June Medford.
Antunes, M.S., Morey, K.J., Tewari-Singh, N., Bowen, T.A., Smith, J.J., Webb, C.T., Hellinga, H.W., and Medford, J.I. (2009a). Engineering key components in a synthetic eukaryotic signal transduction pathway. Mol Syst Biol 5, 270.
Antunes, M.S., Morey, K.J., Smith, J.J., Albrecht, K.D., Bowen, T.A., Zdunek, J.K., Troupe, J.F., Cuneo, M.J., Webb, C.T., Hellinga, H.W., and Medford, J.I. (2009b). Computationally-designed receptors and synthetic signal transduction allow plants to serve as detectors for human and environmental use. PNAS (in review).
Basu, S., Gerchman, Y., Collins, C.H., Arnold, F.H., and Weiss, R. (2005). A synthetic multicellular system for programmed pattern formation. Nature 434, 1130-1134.
Bio, F.A.B.G., Baker, D., Church, G., Collins, J., Endy, D., Jacobson, J., Keasling, J., Modrich, P., Smolke, C., and Weiss, R. (2006). Engineering life: building a fab for biology. Sci Am 294, 44-51.
Bowen, T.A., Zdunek, J.K., and Medford, J.I. (2008). Cultivating plant synthetic biology from systems biology. New Phytol 178, 583-587.
Das, R., and Baker, D. (2008). Macromolecular modeling with rosetta. Annu Rev Biochem 77, 363-382.
RESEARCH ASSOCIATE - Open Pool
Employment Type: Administrative Professional
College: Natural Sciences
Department: Biology
Salary: Salary is commensurate with level of training and experience.
Requirements: The Department of Biology accepts applications throughout the academic year from individuals who are interested in obtaining temporary research positions within the department in the areas of biology currently active in the department. The department also accepts applications from individuals who are interested in obtaining temporary instructor positions for undergraduate and graduate courses. Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree in an appropriate discipline. Salary is commensurate with level of training and experience. A detailed description of the department's teaching and research efforts is available on the department web page (
http://www.biology.colostate.edu).
Must be willing and able to pass a background check. Colorado State University is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final candidates being considered for employment. Background checks may include, but are not limited to, criminal history, national sex offender search and motor vehicle history.
Application Deadline: 01-31-2010
To Apply: Interested individuals should send a current resume, a statement of research/teaching experience and interest, and 3 letters of recommendation directly to the Biology Department Office at
bio-jobs@colostate.edu. You must indicate the faculty member(s) you're interested in working with in this message. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
This pool is valid through January 31, 2010, at which time all applicants wishing to remain in the pool must reapply.
INSTRUCTOR - Open Pool
Employment Type: Faculty
College: Natural Sciences
Department: Biology
Salary: Salary is commensurate with level of training and research experience.
Requirements: The Department of Biology accepts applications throughout the academic year from individuals who are interested in obtaining temporary research positions within the department in the areas of biology currently active in the department. The department also accepts applications from individuals who are interested in obtaining temporary instructor positions for undergraduate and graduate courses. Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree in an appropriate discipline. Salary is commensurate with level of training and experience. A detailed description of the department's teaching and research efforts is available on the department web page (
http://www.biology.colostate.edu).
Must be willing and able to pass a background check. Colorado State University is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final candidates being considered for employment. Background checks may include, but are not limited to, criminal history, national sex offender search and motor vehicle history.
Application Deadline: 01-31-2010
To Apply: Interested individuals should send a current resume, a statement of research/teaching experience and interest, and 3 letters of recommendation directly to the Biology Department Office at
bio-jobs@colostate.edu. You must indicate the faculty member(s) you're interested in working with in this message. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
This pool is valid through January 31, 2010, at which time all applicants wishing to remain in the pool must reapply
Postdoctoral Fellow Positions - Open Pool
Employment Type: Administrative Professional
College: Natural Sciences
Department: Biology
Salary: Salary is commensurate with level of training and research experience.
Requirements: The Department of Biology accepts applications throughout the academic year from individuals who are interested in obtaining postdoctoral research experience in cell & molecular biology, physiology of plants or animals, animal behavior, ecology, evolutionary biology or theoretical biology. Applicants must hold a Ph.D. degree in an appropriate discipline. Salary is commensurate with level of training and research experience. Detailed descriptions of the research programs of the individual faculty are available on the department web page (
http://www.biology.colostate.edu).
Must be willing and able to pass a background check. Colorado State University is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final candidates being considered for employment. Background checks may include, but are not limited to, criminal history, national sex offender search and motor vehicle history.
Application Deadline: 01-31-2010
To Apply: Interested individuals should send a current resume, a statement of research/teaching experience and interest, and 3 letters of recommendation directly to the Biology Department Office at
bio-jobs@colostate.edu. You must indicate the faculty member(s) you're interested in working with in this message. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
This pool is valid through January 31, 2010, at which time all applicants wishing to remain in the pool must reapply
Colorado State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding affirmative action requirements. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services. In order to assist Colorado State University in meeting its affirmative action responsibilities, ethnic minorities, women, and other protected class members are encouraged to apply and to so identify themselves.
