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Job

Postdoctoral Fellowship

Organization

NIH National Institute of Child Health and Development, Bethesda, MD and surrounding area

Scientific focus area

Genetics and Genomics, Molecular Biology and Biochemistry

The NIH National Institute of Child Health and Development Section on DNA Replication, Repair and Mutagenesis, under the direction of Dr. Roger Woodgate, is now seeking a postdoctoral fellow to join their team on May 1st, 2027.

About the position

The Section on DNA Replication, Repair, and Mutagenesis uses a number of model organisms to understand the cellular functions of low-fidelity DNA polymerases, iota and eta, in human cells.

Ideal applicants will have experience in Protein expression, purification, and characterization, as well as expertise in cell and molecular biology techniques, including mammalian cell culture and in vivo DNA repair assays such as the comet assay and the fluorescent sub-cellular localization of target proteins.

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What you'll need to apply

Interested applicants should send a current CV and the names and contact information of three professional references to Dr. Roger Woodgate at the email below. Their current supervisor should be one of their recommenders.

Contact name

Roger Woodgate

Contact email

[email protected]

Qualifications

This position is intended for individuals with less than 5 years of postdoctoral experience. The successful applicant will be expected to lead their own project(s), as well as contribute to our collaborative research efforts in the lab. At least one first-authored publication in a respected international scientific journal and effective oral and written communication skills are required.

Disclaimer/Fine Print

U.S. citizens and permanent residents are eligible to apply. NIH welcomes foreign nationals with the exception of individuals from this list.

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