Postdoctoral Research Fellow – Biological Sciences

About the role

The Department of Biological Sciences at Clemson University invites applications for a full‑time, 12‑month Postdoctoral Research Fellow position beginning January 15, 2027. This non‑tenure‑track role focuses on cutting‑edge plant developmental biology and genomics research.

Key responsibilities

• Perform developmental and single‑nuclei transcriptomic analyses.
• Develop and implement high‑throughput transcription factor mapping methods.
• Apply CRISPR‑based gene editing to characterize target genes.
• Oversee and mentor graduate and undergraduate researchers in the laboratory.

Required profile

• Ph.D. in a relevant scientific discipline.
• Documented record of excellence in molecular research.
• Experience with advanced plant molecular and developmental biology techniques.
• Proficiency in computational analyses using command‑line tools, R, and Python.
• Passion for teaching and managing students at the bench.

Required skills

• Single‑nuclei transcriptomics
• High‑throughput transcription factor mapping
• CRISPR gene editing
• Computational analysis
• Command line proficiency
• R programming
• Python programming
• Plant molecular biology techniques
• Developmental biology techniques

What we offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Access to state‑of‑the‑art facilities and collaborative research environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and mentorship.