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The University of Florida’s Whitney Laboratory for Marine Bioscience is seeking a highly motivated Assistant Research Scientist with expertise in molecular biology, cell biology, neurobiology, and aging research. The successful candidate will contribute to multidisciplinary research programs using diverse model organisms, including Drosophila melanogaster, zebrafish, Tribolium, and other emerging systems.
This position involves designing and conducting independent research, developing new laboratory tools and workflows, mentoring trainees, and contributing to competitive grant proposals. The scientist will join a collaborative environment that supports high-impact publications and innovative approaches to understanding mechanisms of aging, photoreceptor biology, and cellular metabolism.
Responsibilities:
Research (100%)
Design, execute, and analyze experiments involving single-cell transcriptomics, proximity-labeling proteomics, RNAi screening, and genome-editing tool development.
Lead molecular and cell biology workflows including expression vector engineering, recombinant protein production, cell line development, and antibody engineering.
Conduct research on aging biology, photoreceptor differentiation, retinal degeneration, and metabolic regulation using Drosophila, zebrafish, and additional model organisms.
Establish and maintain specialized model-organism facilities, including zebrafish housing and breeding systems.
Publish research findings in high-impact, peer-reviewed journals and present at national and international conferences.
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