
Postdoctoral Associate
Position Information
Position Title: Postdoctoral Associate
Department: Materials Design and Innovation
Posting Link: https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/59822
Job Type: Full-Time
Posting Detail Information
Position Summary
The Snell Laboratory is seeking a postdoctoral associate for an initial two-year term with potential extension depending on continuing funding to contribute to research in the area of protein level structural responses to low-dose radiation.
The position is intended for a motivated individual with a background in a molecular biology with additional experience or interest in structural biology. The Snell Laboratory collaborates closely with AI and classical machine learning developers, and the selected candidate should have expertise or an interest in acquiring expertise in AI and classical machine learning applications for structural biology.
Key responsibilities include:
Cloning, expression, and purification of target proteins and complexes.
Crystallization screening.
Data analysis using X-ray crystallography, neutron crystallography, and X-ray spectroscopy approaches.
Applying computational skills to support and collaborate on AI and classical machine learning initiatives.
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Minimum Qualifications
A doctoral degree in Biophysics, Biochemistry, Biology, or other closely related field. All degree requirements, including dissertation, must be completed at time of hire.
Preferred Qualifications
Physical Demands
Salary Range
$65,000 -$75,000
Special Instructions Summary
Is a background check required for this posting?
No
Contact Information
Contact's Name: Edward Snell
Contact's Pronouns: He/Him
Contact's Title: Professor
Contact's Email: esnell@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone: 716-881-7573
Posting Dates
Posted: 11/05/2025
Deadline for Applicants: Open Until Filled
Date to be filled: 01/01/2026