University of Nebraska Medical Center
Join the laboratory of Dr. Caroline Ng as a Postdoctoral Research Associate at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha, Douglas County, and help uncover how malaria parasites evade some of our most important antimalarial drugs.
About the Role
This NIH-funded Postdoctoral Research Associate position is open immediately within the Department of Pathology and Microbiology at the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine. Working in Dr. Ng's fast-paced parasitology research group, you will investigate the molecular pathways that drive antimalarial drug resistance in Plasmodium falciparum, with particular emphasis on the malaria parasite proteasome and ubiquitination biology.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and carry out experiments examining drug resistance mechanisms in Plasmodium falciparum.
- Study the structure and function of the malaria parasite proteasome and its associated ubiquitination processes.
- Analyze, interpret, and document experimental findings with rigor and reproducibility.
- Contribute to manuscripts, grant materials, and presentations communicating research outcomes.
- Collaborate closely with colleagues across the research group and the wider department.
Qualifications
- A doctoral degree (PhD, MD, or equivalent) in parasitology, microbiology, molecular biology, biochemistry, or a closely related field.
- Hands-on laboratory experience, ideally involving parasitology, molecular biology, or biochemistry techniques.
- Strong analytical abilities, with the capacity to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
- A history of clear scientific communication, including peer-reviewed publications.
About University of Nebraska Medical Center
The University of Nebraska Medical Center is a leading academic health science center based in Omaha, Nebraska, recognized for its dedication to discovery, education, and patient care. Its College of Medicine sustains a vibrant research community advancing knowledge across the biomedical sciences.
How to Apply
Ready to advance malaria research at the University of Nebraska Medical Center? Submit your application for this full-time, on-site Postdoctoral Research Associate role in Omaha, Douglas County, through the official listing.
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