Postdoc - Microbiome - Innovative Genomics Institute

The Ronda lab at the Innovative Genomics Institute at UC Berkeley is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral scholar to join our multidisciplinary lab. Our research focuses on mapping the human-microbiome interactome using Systems Biology and Synthetic Biology. Our lab develops novel technologies to engineer and modulate microbiomes as well as employ them in mouse models and gut organoids to understand the fundamental mechanisms of host-microbiome communication and their implications for human health and disease. The postdoc will collaborate with multidisciplinary groups from Stanford, UCSF, UC Davis, LBNL.

Responsibilities of this position may include: performing lab work and experiments, designing and executing complex protocols, analyzing experimental data using advanced bioinformatics tools and contributing to the development of innovative methodologies, developing novel computational models, actively participating in lab and group meetings, collaborating with team members to refine research approaches, maintain accurate records of experimental procedures and results, contributing to the preparation of manuscripts and grant proposals, lead the publication of academic papers, and present results at national and international conferences. We have different projects in lab that span from in vivo microbiome editing to bioinformatics immunology and neuroscience.

PhD (or equivalent international degree) or enrolled in a PhD (or equivalent international degree) program.

PhD (or equivalent international degree) required by the appointment start date. The candidate should have no more than three years of post-degree research experience by start date.

Background in any of these fields: microbiome research, systems biology, bioinformatics, synthetic biology, immunology, neuroscience, computer science-AI, engineering, stem cells/organoids, engineering.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

Experience with in vivo models, particularly mice.

Proficiency in molecular biology techniques.

Familiarity with OMICs technologies and data analysis.

Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.

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