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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 6pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Times New Roman""><b><span style="font-size:12pt;color:black;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial">Big-data,
proteomic NASA Exobiology post doctoral fellow needed </span></b></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Times New Roman""><span style="font-size:12pt;color:black;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial">A position
of a Post-Doctoral Associate is open in the Department of Genome Sciences at
the University of Washington.  We are
seeking a motivated person to study the dynamic proteome of psychrophiles grown
in a range of sub-zero temperatures and high salinity environments (for a
project description see: </span><a href="https://sites.google.com/a/uw.edu/nasa-exobio---biosignatures-for-life-in-earth-and-mars-ice-and-brines/home" style="color:blue"><span style="font-size:12pt;color:black">https://sites.google.com/a/uw.edu/nasa-exobio---biosignatures-for-life-in-earth-and-mars-ice-and-brines/home</span></a><span style="font-size:12pt;color:black">).</span><span style="font-size:12pt;color:black"></span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 6pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Times New Roman""><span style="font-size:12pt;color:black;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial">  This person will work in close collaboration
with a polar microbiology and ice physics team to conduct proteomics studies on
halophilic bacteria in Earth and Mars-analog brine and ice. They will prepare
proteomics samples and complete large-scale shotgun proteomics (data dependent
analyses: DDA) and data independent analyses (DIA) on the different growth
conditions in order to decipher key peptide targets that might indicate the
different metabolic states. Two years of experiences in molecular biology, cell
biology, transcriptomics, proteomics, or genomics are highly desirable. The
ideal candidate will be proficient in big-data analyses and have a basic
understanding, or strong interest in, microbiology (especially working with
halophiles or psychrophiles), exobiology and/or NASA-relevant questions.
Experiences with tandem mass spectrometry and nano-flow HPLC technologies are
highly desirable. Candidate must possess a Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D degree. </span><span style="font-size:12pt;color:black">Applicants should submit preferably via e-mail letter of
introduction (2 page max. that addresses qualifications described above), CV,
list of publications and the names and addresses of three references</span><span style="font-size:12pt;color:black;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial"> to Dr.
Brook Nunn, Ph.D. at</span><span style="font-size:12pt;color:black"> </span><a href="mailto:brookh@uw.edu" style="color:blue"><span style="font-size:12pt;color:black">brookh@uw.edu</span></a><span style="font-size:12pt;color:black">. <span style="background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial">  </span></span></p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 6pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Times New Roman""><span style="font-size:12pt;color:black;background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-size:initial;background-repeat:initial;background-origin:initial;background-clip:initial"> The Nunn lab is fully integrated with the MacCoss’s
proteomic Mass spectrometry group at the University of Washington.  The general lab environment is collaborative,
friendly, and constructive. We are seeking a highly motivated and productive
scientist with suitable background as aforementioned. The laboratory nurtures a
collaborative environment with ample opportunities for grant writing,
professional training, and career development routes in big data analyses,
bioinformatics, genomics, proteomics, and quantitative analyses. The laboratory
is highly multidisciplinary and scientifically integrated. Salary is
commensurate with experience, and UW employee benefits will be provided. This
position is limited to US Citizens only, due to federal sponsor funding
restrictions</span><span style="font-size:12pt;color:black"></span></p>

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