Postdoctoral Associate

Required Qualifications (as evidenced by an attached resume):
Ph.D. (or foreign equivalent) in chemistry, biochemistry, materials science or a closely related field in hand by the start of the appointment. 

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with polymer synthesis, microbiology, and/or organic methodology.

Brief Description of Duties:
The Postdoctoral Associate will assist the Principal Investigator Dr. Jill Alty in the department of Chemistry. The Alty Group works at the interface of polymer science, organic methodology, and chemical biology by designing polymers to manipulate probiotic populations. Please visit the Alty Research Group website to see the research directions that the group is exploring. The incumbent will conduct research and ensure that all experiments are appropriately conducted following the policies and procedures of Stony Brook University.

●     Within the predetermined research scope and methodology, conduct research experiments using polymer design to manipulate probiotics.

●     Collect and analyze data, including periodical/literature search and utilizing specialized skills in related fields to analyze the collected data.

●     Participate/assist in manuscript writing for publication in scientific journals and/or presentations. May also assist in grant writing.

●     Lab maintenance, including equipment maintenance and ordering of supplies as needed.

●     Other duties as assigned, which may include attending Scientific Conferences and Meetings.

Special Notes:
The Research Foundation of SUNY is a private educational corporation. Employment is subject to the Research Foundation policies and procedures, sponsor guidelines and the availability of funding. FLSA Exempt position, not eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA. Minimum salary threshold must be met to maintain FLSA exemption.

Resume/CV, cover letter, and contact information for 3 references should be included with the online application.

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