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Position Information
Fiscal Year
2025-2026
Position Title
Postdoctoral Associate
Classification Title
Postdoctoral Associate
Department
Department of Materials Design and Innovation
Posting Number
R250178
Posting Link
https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/59822
Employer
Research Foundation
Position Type
RF Professional
Job Type
Full-Time
Appointment Term
Salary Grade
E.89
Posting Detail Information
Position Summary
The Snell Laboratory is seeking a postdoctoral associate for an initial two-year term with potential extension depending on continuing funding to contribute to research in the area of protein level structural responses to low-dose radiation.
The position is intended for a motivated individual with a background in a molecular biology with additional experience or interest in structural biology. The Snell Laboratory collaborates closely with AI and classical machine learning developers, and the selected candidate should have expertise or an interest in acquiring expertise in AI and classical machine learning applications for structural biology.
Key responsibilities include:
• Cloning, expression, and purification of target proteins and complexes.
• Crystallization screening.
• Data analysis using X-ray crystallography, neutron crystallography, and X-ray spectroscopy approaches.
• Applying computational skills to support and collaborate on AI and classical machine learning initiatives.
Outstanding Benefits Package
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Minimum Qualifications
A doctoral degree in Biophysics, Biochemistry, Biology, or other closely related field. All degree requirements, including dissertation, must be completed at time of hire.
Preferred Qualifications
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Physical Demands
Driving Requirements
Salary Range
$65,000 -$75,000
Additional Salary Information
The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate.
Work Hours
37.5
Campus
Downtown Campus
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Special Instructions Summary
Is a background check required for this posting?
No
Background Check Notification
Contact Information
Contact's Name
Edward Snell
Contact's Pronouns
He/Him
Contact's Title
Professor
Contact's Email
esnell@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone
716-881-7573
Posting Dates
Posted
11/05/2025
Deadline for applicants
Open Until Filled
Date to be filled
01/01/2026
References
Number of references required
2
Reference Cutoff Date
Instructions to Applicant
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