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Postdoctoral Research Associate in Coral Genome Engineering and Molecular Biology Stowers Institute for Medical Research in United States

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Postdoc

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Biology

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Available

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Biology
Functional Genomics
Developmental Biology
Single-cell Analysis
Biomineralization
Adaptation
Regeneration Biology
Spatial Transcriptomic

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About this position

The Gibson Laboratory at the Stowers Institute for Medical Research is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to develop and apply next-generation genome engineering technologies in the reef-building coral Acropora millepora. The project addresses the urgent need for robust genetic tools in coral research and aims to establish a comprehensive CRISPR-based genome engineering platform for a rapidly emerging marine model.

The postdoctoral researcher will lead the development and implementation of CRISPR-based gene editing in a laboratory population of Acropora millepora. Planned approaches include targeted gene knockouts, knock-ins, transgenic reporter generation, and other advanced functional genomic methods. These tools will support studies of coral development, symbiosis, regeneration, biomineralization, physiology, and environmental adaptation.

The research integrates molecular genetics and functional genomics with quantitative microscopy, developmental biology, genomics, and single-cell and spatial transcriptomics. The position offers substantial intellectual freedom and opportunities to establish independent research directions while helping transform reef-building corals into genetically tractable experimental systems.

The Gibson Laboratory studies the genetic and cellular mechanisms underlying animal development and evolution, with a particular focus on anthozoan cnidarians. Its research combines developmental biology, evolutionary biology, molecular genetics, functional genomics, computational biology, and quantitative imaging. The laboratory has developed functional genetic technologies in cnidarians, including CRISPR/Cas9 genome editing, shRNA-mediated gene knockdown, and transgenic methods in the sea anemone Nematostella vectensis.

The successful candidate will join a collaborative research environment with access to core facilities in genomics, proteomics, advanced microscopy, bioinformatics, and aquatic animal husbandry. The Stowers Institute supports ambitious, high-risk, high-reward science with substantial technical and scientific resources.

Funding details

Available

What's required

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in developmental biology, genetics, molecular biology, genomics, cell biology, marine biology, or a closely related discipline. An outstanding publication record demonstrating scientific creativity and productivity is required. Experience in one or more of CRISPR genome engineering, molecular genetics, developmental biology, genomics, microscopy, embryology, computational biology, or marine biology is expected. Candidates should have excellent written and verbal communication skills and be able to work independently and collaboratively. Prior coral experience is not required; applicants with backgrounds in genome engineering, functional genomics, stem cell biology, developmental genetics, or related disciplines are especially encouraged to apply. Application materials must include a cover letter describing research interests and career goals, a curriculum vitae with publication list, a brief summary of previous research accomplishments, and contact information for three references.

How to apply

Apply through the Stowers Institute career posting. Submit a cover letter, CV with publication list, brief summary of previous research accomplishments, and contact information for three references. Applications are reviewed immediately and accepted until the position is filled.

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