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Postdoctoral Associate, Chemical & Biological Engineering

Position Information

Position Title: Postdoctoral Associate, Chemical & Biological Engineering
Classification Title: Postdoctoral Associate
Department: Chemical & Biological Engineering
Posting Link: https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/51514
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Posting Detail Information

Position Summary
The Neelamegham laboratory, within the departments of Chemical and Biological Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, and Medicine at the University at Buffalo, works on a variety of research problems related to human inflammatory diseases, thrombosis, cancer, and virology. We apply molecular engineering principles including gene editing and high-throughput methods in these areas.
We are looking for Postdoctoral Associates interested in pursuing a career in Translational Glycosciences and GlycoEngineering. This involves the study of complex mammalian carbohydrates decorating all human cells, and the pathways that synthesize them in the context of human health and disease.
Positions are open both for Computational Scientists interested in big data applications and wet-lab Experimentalists interested in bench research at the cell/molecular/animal level. While prior experience in Glycosciences is not critical, interest is necessary. Additional requirements include prior track record in related research themes, peer-review publications and good communication skills.
Outstanding Benefits Package Working at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal and academic pursuit - all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness. Visit our benefits website to learn about our benefit packages

About The University at Buffalo
The University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is one of America's leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo.

As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, the Research Foundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or disability status.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Bioengineering, Computational Sciences, Molecular Engineering, Biomedical Sciences or related fields.

Preferred Qualifications


Physical Demands


Salary Range
$47,500 - $60,000

Special Instructions Summary
Please submit a cover letter including a summary of prior research, full CV and names/contact information for three references.

We are looking to fill these positions at the earliest.

Is a background check required for this posting?
No

Contact Information

Contact's Name: Joan Wilson
Contact's Pronouns:
Contact's Title: Director of Administration
Contact's Email: jmwilson@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone: 716-645-1174

Posting Dates

Posted: 02/15/2023
Deadline for Applicants: Open Until Filled
Date to be filled: