This position will support research focused on redesigning the gene gun to improve the biolistic delivery process for plant transformation. Responsibilities include synthesizing chemical reagents involved in the process, engineering new device components to enhance delivery efficacy, and optimizing the system from both an engineering and plant tissue culture perspective. The postdoc will contribute to both fundamental research and translational development.
Required Minimum Qualifications:- Ph.D.
- At least 3 years of hands-on experience with biolistic delivery experiments
- Demonstrated expertise in gold particle synthesis and delivery agent formulation
- Demonstrated, in-depth understanding of gene gun operation and optimization
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.
Proposed Start Date: August 1, 2025 Proposed End Date or Length of Term: July 31, 2026 Number of Months Employed Per Year: Time Type: Part time Application Instructions:To apply for this position, please click on Apply and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
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Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State Postdocs enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Various voluntary benefits and discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellbeing Program
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