Job Description
Posting Details Position Information
Fiscal Year 2025-2026
Position Title Biochemistry Research Scientist
Classification Title Research Scientist
Department Biochemistry
Posting Number R250154
Posting Link Employer Research Foundation
Position Type RF Professional
Job Type Full-Time
Appointment Term Salary Grade E.89
Posting Detail Information
Position Summary A Research Scientist position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Jennifer Surtees to study pathways of DNA metabolism mediated by the mismatch repair (MMR) complex Msh2-Msh3. These pathways include post-replicative MMR, double-strand DNA break repair (DSBR) and triplet repeat (TNR) dynamics using the model system Saccharomyces cerevisiae. The project involves the development of cutting-edge approaches, with a combination of in vitro protein biochemistry and in vivo genetic analysis. The
Surtees lab provides a collegial environment and has trained a diverse group of people over the years. We welcome scientists from all backgrounds and we mentor trainees at all levels.
Specific Job Responsibilities include:
- Protein purification
- Protein cross-linking for mass spectrometry
- Testing functional effect of mutations on MMR, 3' NHTR and TNR pathways in vivo
- Lab maintenance activities, including ordering, meeting organization database maintenance
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As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, the Research Foundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or disability status.
Minimum Qualifications - PhD or MD with background in molecular biology, genetics or biochemistry
Preferred Qualifications - Experience with mass spectrometry and protein purification
Our University Community Physical Demands - Normal wet lab work expectations and package unpacking
Driving Requirements Salary Range $60,000 - $80,000
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 Monday - Friday
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Campus Downtown Campus
Posting Alerts Special Instructions Summary Is a background check required for this posting? No
Background Check Notification Contact Information
Contact's Name Jennifer Surtees
Contact's Pronouns she/her
Contact's Title Professor and Chair
Contact's Email jsurtees@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone 716-829-6083
Posting Dates
Posted 10/06/2025
Deadline for applicants Open Until Filled
Date to be filled 11/15/2025
References
Number of references required 2
Reference Cutoff Date Instructions to Applicant
Job Tags
Full time, Traineeship, Monday to Friday