Heersink School of Medicine -- 392200000 Department of Microbiology -- Postdoctoral Fellow - Dr. Michael Niederweis

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Position Information

Job Title Heersink School of Medicine -- 392200000 Department of Microbiology -- Postdoctoral Fellow - Dr. Michael Niederweis Department Name 392200000 Microbiology School/College Academic Joint Departments Job Description

Design and produce recombinant nanopore and binder constructs for biosensor development. Conduct single-channel bilayer experiments and characterize sensor performance. Perform binding kinetics and biophysical characterization of protein-protein interactions. Analyze and interpret nanopore sensing data. Mentor junior lab members and contribute to manuscript and grant preparation.

Required Qualifications

PhD

Preferred Qualifications

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number PF1050P Open Date 07/20/2026 Close Date 08/20/2026 Open Until Filled No Nondiscrimination Statement

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Supplemental Questions

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• Did you do a postdoctoral program at another institution?

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• Curriculum Vitae
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