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🧬 Postdoctoral Fellow – Microbiology & Molecular Genetics | Oklahoma State University
Institution: Oklahoma State University – College of Arts & Sciences
Department: Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics
Laboratory: Patrauchan Laboratory
Location: Stillwater, Oklahoma, USA
💼 Position: Postdoctoral Fellow
🔬 Research Areas: Microbiology | Molecular Genetics | Bacterial Physiology | Biomineralization | Calcium Signaling | Biofilms | Pseudomonas aeruginosa | Molecular Biology
The Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics at Oklahoma State University is seeking applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow in the Patrauchan Laboratory. The position focuses on understanding the molecular mechanisms by which calcium signaling regulates cell differentiation and biomineralization during biofilm development in the human pathogen Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
The appointment is full-time for 12 months, with the possibility of renewal for two years based on performance, scholarship, and academic collaboration.
🔬 What You’ll Work On
Calcium Signaling & Biomineralization
Conduct independent and collaborative research investigating the molecular mechanisms of calcium signaling, cell differentiation, and biomineralization in Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
Biofilm Research
Study the role of calcium signaling and biomineralization in biofilm development and bacterial physiology.
Molecular & Genetic Mechanisms
Investigate molecular and genetic pathways involved in bacterial physiology using modern molecular biology approaches.
Laboratory Research
Conduct experiments involving:
- Molecular cloning
- Bacterial physiology
- Transcriptomics
- Microscopy
- Molecular biology techniques
- Biochemical characterization
Scientific Collaboration
Participate in laboratory meetings, departmental seminars, and collaborative research activities, while contributing to scholarly publications.
Student Mentoring
Assist with mentoring graduate and undergraduate students and contribute to the development of new research directions.
Grant Development
Contribute to grant proposals and help develop future research initiatives within the laboratory.
🎯 Ideal Candidates
Applicants should have:
- A Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or a closely related discipline.
- Demonstrated research experience in bacterial physiology and genetics.
- Experience with molecular cloning, transcriptomics, and microscopy.
- Evidence of research productivity appropriate to their career stage.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and scientific communication skills.
- A commitment to rigorous, ethical, and reproducible research practices.
Preferred Qualifications
Preference will be given to candidates with:
- Experience in recombinant protein work.
- Experience in biochemical characterization.
- Strong scientific communication and mentoring skills.
🌟 What You’ll Gain
- Opportunity to conduct research in microbiology and molecular genetics.
- Hands-on experience studying calcium signaling and biomineralization.
- Research experience using Pseudomonas aeruginosa biofilm models.
- Exposure to molecular cloning, transcriptomics, microscopy, and bacterial physiology.
- Opportunity to contribute to peer-reviewed publications.
- Experience mentoring graduate and undergraduate researchers.
- Opportunities to contribute to grant development and new research directions.
- Professional development within the Oklahoma State University research community.
💼 Position Details
Position: Postdoctoral Fellow
Institution: Oklahoma State University
Department: Microbiology and Molecular Genetics
Laboratory: Patrauchan Laboratory
Location: Stillwater, Oklahoma, USA
Research Focus: Calcium Signaling | Biomineralization | Biofilm Development | Pseudomonas aeruginosa
Contract: Full-time, 12-month appointment
Renewal: Renewable for up to two years based on performance, scholarship, and academic collaboration
Start Date: September 1, 2026
Salary: Competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience
Benefits: Competitive benefits package and professional development allowance
Funding: Position contingent on availability of funding
📄 How to Apply
Candidates should submit:
- Cover Letter – Include research interests and alignment with the advertised position.
- Curriculum Vitae
- Names and contact information for three references
Applications and inquiries regarding the position should be directed to:
📧 Email: m.patrauchan@okstate.edu
Applications will be reviewed immediately and continue until the position is filled.
📌 Job Details
Institution: Oklahoma State University
Department: Microbiology and Molecular Genetics
Laboratory: Patrauchan Laboratory
Position: Postdoctoral Fellow
Location: Stillwater, Oklahoma, USA
Employment: Full-time
Appointment: 12 months, renewable up to two years
Start Date: September 1, 2026
Research Areas: Microbiology | Molecular Genetics | Bacterial Physiology | Biomineralization | Calcium Signaling | Biofilms
Model Organism: Pseudomonas aeruginosa
Qualification: Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or related field
Key Skills: Bacterial Physiology | Molecular Cloning | Transcriptomics | Microscopy | Genetics
Preferred Skills: Recombinant Protein Work | Biochemical Characterization | Mentoring
Application Documents: Cover Letter | CV | 3 References
Application Mode: Email
Application Email: m.patrauchan@okstate.edu
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