8140BR

College of Science

COS Dean's Office

Job Summary

We are seeking to recruit a creative, motivated, and enthusiastic postdoc in the lab group of Dr. André Hudson (https://people.rit.edu/aohsbi/ ) in the College of Science, Dean's Office at the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) (https://www.rit.edu/science/ ). The primary research themes in the Hudson lab focus on antibiotic resistance/development, amino acid metabolism, genomics, and structural biology. This position will also provide teaching opportunities in addition to research.  The position is renewable upon successful progress annually for up to 3 years.

Job Responsibilities

Specific duties:

• Design and perform molecular, genetics, biochemical, and structural studies
• Prepare publications,  grants, presentations, and summaries
• Student oversight
• Opportunity for teaching 

Required Qualifications

Required qualifications:

• A PhD in Biochemistry, Microbiology, Structural Biology, or a closely related field.
• Experience with molecular biology, microbiology, biochemistry, and genomic techniques
• A solid publication record
• Strong written and oral communications skills
• Ability to work independently and in collaboration with other researchers

Required Minimum Education Level

PhD

Work Location

Henrietta Campus — 100%

Employment Category

Fulltime

Required Application Documents

Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae or Resume, List of Publications, List of References, Research Statement

What do we believe at RIT?

Rochester Institute of Technology is a diverse and collaborative community of engaged, socially conscious, and intellectually curious minds. Through creativity and innovation, and an intentional blending of technology, the arts and design, we provide exceptional individuals with a wide range of academic opportunities, including a leading research program and an internationally recognized education for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. We are dedicated to building a diverse community, one where employees feel a sense of belonging, and are valued for their contributions and the perspectives they bring.

As a member of the RIT community, you'll receive a comprehensive employee benefits package that offers multiple options and access to additional employment advantages. You can tailor your benefit elections to meet your needs (affordable medical/dental/vision benefits; paid vacation/sick time/retirement saving plan with exceptional employer match; and tuition assistance for you and your family, to name a few).

Department/College Description

The College of Science has 880 undergraduate students, 325 graduate students and 274 faculty and staff members. It delivers the required scientific and mathematical education for most of the programs offered at RIT. The College of Science houses four of RIT’s eight Ph.D. programs – color science, astrophysical sciences and technology, mathematical modeling and imaging science.

The College of Science offers undergraduate and graduate programs in the Chester F. Carlson Center for Imaging Science, Thomas H. Gosnell School of Life Sciences, the School of Chemistry and Materials Science, the School of Mathematics and Statistics, the School of Physics and Astronomy, and the Integrated Sciences Academy. It also offers many research opportunities and programs and houses a number of research centers and laboratories  that are conducting world-renowned research. In addition to its degree programs, the College delivers the required scientific and mathematical underpinnings for most of the programs offered at RIT.

How To Apply

The appointment is for a period of three years contingent on performance. The anticipated start date is Fall 2023.

Applications should be submitted online at http://careers.rit.edu/staff   Keyword Search 8140BR. Please send a description of current and past research experience, research interests/future goals, a list of technical expertise, CV, and the e-mail addresses and phone numbers of three references to Dr. André Hudson (aohsbi@rit.edu ). Applications will be considered immediately until the position is filled.

Additional Details

The hiring process for this position may require a criminal background check and/or motor vehicle records check. Any verbal or written offer made is contingent on satisfactory results, as determined by Human Resources. RIT does not discriminate. RIT promotes and values diversity, pluralism and inclusion in the work place. RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities. RIT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities under the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the New York Human Rights Law, or similar applicable law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources office at 585-475-2424 or email your request to hr@rit.edu . Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.