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Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center - New Orleans

Posted 01/07/26

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533 Bolivar Street, New Orleans, LA 70112

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Job Description

The NSF EPSCoR CREST Center for Adaptive Nanomotor Design at LSU Health Sciences Center in New Orleans is accepting applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow to join the laboratory of Dr. Micquel Downs in the Department of Genetics. The Fellow will be a part of a multidisciplinary team investigating biochemical and biophysical mechanisms of kinesin motor design at the atomic, molecular, and organismal level.

Qualifications

We are seeking applicants with a strong background in protein biochemistry and molecular biophysics. Candidates should have extensive experience performing bacterial expression and purification of recombinant proteins using affinity and size-exclusion chromatography. Experience with enzymatic kinetic assays and/or x-ray crystallography is highly desirable. Strong candidates will demonstrate excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team. Individuals who hold, or are near completion of, a Ph.D. or equivalent degree are eligible. US Citizenship or Permanent Residency is required.

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LSU Health-New Orleans is an Equal Opportunity Employer for females, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.


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