Job Description

The Hong Lab at University of Florida (https://www.fanhonglab.com/) is seeking highly motivated postdoctoral fellows with expertise bio-imaging, molecular biology, synthetic biology, DNA nanotechnology, and protein biochemistry. The project is focused on the nucleic acid design for next generation nucleic acid-based gene therapeutics and imaging based spatial omics.

We are a multi-disciplinary team of scientists and engineers who are passionate about developing technologies that will improve access to health care. Assets include robust and creative biomolecular (DNA/RNA and proteins) engineering background, and strong experience in bio-imaging, bio-conjugation, and assay development. The role involves generating publications, contributing to grants and progress reports, mentorship of junior lab personnel, some lab management, and potentially project management.
Qualifications:
Successful candidates will have a Ph.D. in a relevant scientific field (e.g. biochemistry, chemical biology, biomedical engineering, molecular biology). We are looking for talented and enthusiastic researchers who are familiar with and has strong skill sets in the field of chemical biology and synthetic biology, including:
 Bio-imaging
 Design, assembly, and validation of DNA constructs
 Protein expression and purification
 Development of biochemical assays
 Diagnostics development
Highly qualified candidates will also have strong writing skills, with an excellent publication record, including impactful work from field-relevant journals, and be able to prepare manuscripts for submission to peer-reviewed journals. The candidate will be able to work independently, while also working well as part of a collaborative team on group projects.
Expected start date: August 2026
Application instructions
Individuals interested in this position can submit a CV, including names and contact details of three references, and a cover letter by e-mail to: [email protected]. The cover letter should describe the candidate’s career objectives and research interests and detail how the candidate’s background, qualifications, and research skills meet those required for this position.