Post-doc Position Available – RNA Biology Division

The RNA Biology Division of New England Biolabs (NEB) invites applicants for the position of Postdoctoral Fellow.  Projects will be a part of a research program on CRISPR-associated enzymes.  Research will be undertaken in a highly collaborative and academic environment where publication of results is expected.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Carry out original scientific research
• Be a creative, independent and productive scientist.
• Interact and collaborate with other members of the RNA Biology Division and other research divisions to further program and division goals.

Required Qualifications:

• Recent Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology or related field.
• Technical expertise in RNA manipulation and analysis.
• Technical expertise in standard molecular biology techniques.
• Experience with analysis of large datasets and high-throughput sequencing.
• Publication of original scientific work in high-quality journals.
• Demonstrated scientific communication in both formal and informal settings.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Expertise in enzyme purification.
• Expertise in design and analysis of enzymatic assays.
• Experience in database design, planning, and management.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Strong work ethic, emphasizing both efficiency and quality of work.

This position offers exciting opportunities for broad research training, academic collaboration, and publications in peer-reviewed journals as well as participation in national and international conferences.