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Postdoctoral position in RNA Biology

University of California Riverside

The Karginov lab in the Department of Molecular, Cell, and Systems Biology at the University of California, Riverside is seeking an excellent postdoctoral candidate to investigate the cellular and molecular function of an RNA nuclease. Our lab uses transcriptome-wide as well as targeted approaches in molecular biology, cell biology and biochemistry to study the roles of RNA-binding proteins in gene control and cell function.

The successful candidate will be a highly motivated, independent scientist with a Ph.D. in biology, chemistry or a related field, with prior experience in RNA biology. Good communication and organizational skills are a must, and familiarity with transcriptome-wide techniques and bioinformatics are a big plus.

The University of California, Riverside is a world-class research university with an exceptionally diverse undergraduate student body. UCR is a member institution of the American Association of Universities (AAU) as well as the Alliance of Hispanic Serving Research Universities (HRSU). Its mission is explicitly linked to providing routes to educational success for underrepresented and first-generation college students. A commitment to this mission is a preferred qualification.

Basic qualifications for this position that must be met by the date of application include: a Ph.D. or equivalent in Life Sciences or a related field, in-depth familiarity with wet-lab molecular biology techniques, and independent research experience.

Preferred qualifications for this position include: experience and knowledge of RNA and/or RBP biology research.

The current base pay range for this position is $66,737 to $80,034.

To Apply: Applicants should send a cover letter with research interests, CV, and contact information for 3 references via email to mailto:karginov@ucr.edu.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

TheUniversity of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

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