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POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE POSITION IN BIOCHEMISTRY/MOLECULAR BIOLOGY

The Chakrabarti Lab is seeking to hire a Postdoctoral Researcher to join an exciting NSF funded project to study RNA structure-function in deep branching eukaryotes. Chakrabarti group uses interdisciplinary approaches involving experimental and computational tools to study RNA based enzymatic processes in human diseases. The successful candidate will be driven, creative and team-oriented. We are seeking individuals with a background in RNA Biochemistry /Molecular Biology. Hands on-experiences with probing RNA structures using NMR and/or RNA-SHAPE will be a significant plus. This position is currently for one year with the possibility to extend for longer period based on performance and available funding. We welcome applicants from recent PhDs and individuals seeking additional postdoctoral training. Apply with a cover letter, CV and names of 3 references to EMAIL: kausik@cmu.edu. Expected start date is January 16, 2017.