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Title Postdoctoral Fellow or Research Associatein Bacterial Oxidative Folding Appointment Status Non-Tenure Track Department IU Bloomington Biology Location Bloomington Position Summary A full-time Postdoctoral Fellow or Research Associate position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Cristina Landeta in the Microbiology Program at Indiana University Bloomington to study oxidative protein folding in bacteria. The successful applicant will be involved in the study of disulfide bond formation in bacteria and microbial communities. We are interested in understanding the role of this process in bacteria and disrupting disulfide bond-forming enzymes with small molecules using high throughput methods.
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The College of Arts and Sciences is committed to building and supporting a diverse, inclusive, and equitable community of students and scholars.
Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status.
Basic Qualifications Information about the Landeta lab is at: https://landeta.lab.indiana.edu/. We are seeking either a Postdoctoral Fellow or a Research Associate. The Postdoctoral Fellow requirements are a Ph.D. in Microbiology, Biology, or a related field with previous research experience in microbiology, molecular biology, and biochemistry. The Research Associate requirements are an M.S. in Microbiology, Biology, or a related field with previous research experience in microbiology, molecular biology, and biochemistry. Applicants must be well-organized, detail-oriented, possess strong analytical and interpersonal skills, and able to work effectively in a laboratory setting with minimal supervision as part of a research team. The successful applicant will join a friendly and motivated team with interests in microbial physiology and genetics, pathogenesis and biotechnology and enjoy a collaborative community within the Department of Biology.
Department Contact for Questions Salary will be commensurate with education and experience, benefits included. The position will remain open until filled. The best consideration date is July 31, 2024. Expected start date September 1, 2024. Please submit a cover letter describing the reason for your interest and previous experience, a complete curriculum vitae, copies of any publications, and the names of at least three references (including email addresses and phone numbers) to https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/23234. For questions about the position, please contact Dr. Cristina Landeta (clandeta@iu.edu).
Additional Qualifications Salary and Rank Special Instructions For Best Consideration Date 07/31/2024 Expected Start Date 09/01/2024 Posting/OAA # IU-100798-2024 
