Top 9 Postdoctoral research Jobs in Davis, Ca

Post Doctoral Scholar - Siegel Lab
University of California, Davis —Davis, CA
- $71,491 - $85,736 a year
- Analysis skills
- University
- Doctor of Philosophy
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Postdoctoral Scholar/Lecturer (Bita Daryabari Fellow in Persian Language and Literature)
University of California, Davis —Davis, CA
- $69,073 - $82,836 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Residential
- University
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
POST DOCTORAL SCIENTIST - Eliza Bliss-Moreau Lab
University of California, Davis —Davis, CA
- $69,073 a year
- University
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Psychology
12d
Lori Summa and David Awwiller Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in Geosciences
University of California, Davis —Davis, CA
- $69,073 - $82,836 a year
- Online Application
- University
- Doctor of Philosophy
- US work authorization
Postdoctoral Scholar - Barlow lab
University of California, Davis —Davis, CA
- $69,073 - $74,281 a year
- English
- University
- Doctor of Philosophy
Postdoctoral Employee LCA - Mitloehner Lab
University of California, Davis —Davis, CA
- $69,073 - $82,836 a year
- Databases
- Analysis skills
- University
Postdoctoral Scientist
Howard Hughes Medical Institute —Davis, CA
- $70,000 - $80,500 a year
- Full-time
- Maintenance
- Ob/Gyn
- Analysis skills
- Health insurance
- Retirement plan
Postdoctoral Scholar - Pires Lab
University of California, Davis —Davis, CA
- $69,073 - $82,836 a year
- Databases
- Driver's License
- University

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Post Doctoral Scholar - Siegel Lab
University of California, Davis —Davis, CA
The successful candidate will design and execute enzyme engineering campaigns, including library design, protein expression, purification, biochemical…
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University of California, Davis —Davis, CA
Ph.D. degree in the field of psychology, biology, behavioral neuroscience, anthropology, or a related discipline.
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Post Doctoral Scholar - Siegel Lab

University of California, Davis -
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Job Details

$71,491 - $85,736 a year
10 days ago

Qualifications

AI models
Protein purification
Computational research
Machine learning/AI-based analysis
AI tools proficiency
Biochemical laboratory techniques
Doctor of Philosophy
Structural modeling
Data science

Full Job Description

Position overview

Salary range: The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and/or step at appointment.
The salary range for this position is $71,491-$85,736

Application Window

Open date: August 5, 2026

Next review date: Thursday, Aug 20, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Tuesday, Sep 1, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position description

Position Overview

The Siegel Lab is seeking a Postdoctoral Scholar to lead the discovery, engineering, and characterization of enzymes for next-generation metabolic health technologies. The project combines rational protein design, AI-guided protein engineering, directed evolution, genomic mining, and high-throughput screening to discover and optimize enzyme variants.
The successful candidate will design and execute enzyme engineering campaigns, including library design, protein expression, purification, biochemical characterization, and enzyme kinetic analysis. This position provides the opportunity to translate engineered enzymes into real-world applications through collaboration with an industry partner.

Key Responsibilities

Enzyme Discovery and Library Development: Develop enzyme discovery pipelines integrating rational design, AI-guided protein engineering, genomic mining, and directed evolution. Design and generate enzyme variant libraries for experimental evaluation.
High-Throughput Screening: Develop and optimize plate based high-throughput screening assays to evaluate enzyme activity, specificity and stability under application relevant conditions.

Protein Engineering: Lead iterative enzyme engineering campaigns to improve catalytic efficiency, substrate specificity, stability, and overall performance.
Protein Production and Characterization: Express, purify and characterize lead enzyme variants.
Data Analysis and Collaboration: Analyze experimental data, document findings, and work closely with an industry partner to guide iterative enzyme optimization and technology development.
Research Leadership: Mentor researchers, contribute to manuscripts and grant proposals. Support a collaborative laboratory environment.

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

PhD in Biochemistry, Protein Engineering, Molecular Biology, Synthetic Biology, Chemical Biology, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field.
Demonstrated experience in protein expression, purification, biochemical characterization, and enzyme engineering.
Experience with high-throughput cloning, library generation, directed evolution, or enzyme screening platforms.
Familiarity with computational approaches for protein engineering, sequence analysis, or structural biology.
Experience with AI-based structure prediction and design tools (AlphaFold, Chai, Boltz, RFdiffusion, ProteinMPNN) and data science workflows for directed evolution.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple research projects and work effective in a collaborative environment.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter (Optional)
Statement of Research
Authorization to Release Information Form - This form is required for all applicants applying to academic recruitments. Please see the Employment Disclosure Requirements webpage for more information. Download, complete, sign, and upload the form.
Statement of Teaching (Optional)

Reference requirements

3-5 required (contact information only)

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As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct, are currently being investigated for misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer.

“Misconduct” means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer.
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