Post-Doctoral Positions Available

  • Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Children's National Medical Center, Washington, DC [07/16/08]
  • Postdoctoral Fellow - Drug Discovery & Structural Biology, Moffitt Cancer Center, Tampa, FL [07/11/08]
  • Postdoctoral Research Associate, Brookhaven National Lab, Long Island, NY [06/27/08]
  • Post doctoral positions, university of toronto, Toronto, Canada [05/29/08]
  • Postdoctoral Scholar, Johns Hopkins University Medical School, Baltimore, Maryland [05/29/08]
  • Postdoctoral Fellowship: Protein Crystallography, EMBL (European Molecular Biology Laboratory), Hamburg, Germany [05/27/08]
  • postdoctoral fellow, Massachusetts General Hospital/Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA [05/20/08]
  • Postdoctoral Fellow, Yale University, School of Medicine [04/18/08]
  • Postdoctoral Fellowship in Macromolecular Crystallography, Lawrence Berkeley Laboratory, Berkeley, California [04/13/08]
  • postdoctoral position, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, USA [04/02/08]
  • postdoctoral position, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, USA [04/02/08]
  • Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio [03/27/08]
  • Postdoctoral Fellow, Wadsworth Center, New York State Department of Health, Albany, New York [03/24/08]
  • Postdoctoral Fellow, UCSD, La Jolla/San Diego [03/24/08]
  • NIH funded Postdoctoral Fellowship , NIH, Bethesda Maryland [03/17/08]
  • Postdoctoral Position - Crystallization, SGX Pharmaceuticals, San Diego, CA 92121 [02/11/08]
  • Postdoctoral Research Fellow, University of Maryland, Rockville, Maryland [01/29/08]
  • Chemist Postdoctoral Fellow (Inorganic Nanocrystal Materials), Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, Berkeley, CA [01/25/08]
  • Postdoctoral Researcher, Southern Research Institute, Birmingham, AL [01/23/08]
  • Postdoctoral Researcher, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN [01/10/08]
  • POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATE, Brookhaven National Laboratory, Upton, NY, U.S.A. [01/10/08]
  • Postdoctoral Associate, Harvard Medical School, The Hub (a.k.a. Boston, USA) [01/07/08]
  • Postdoctoral Research Associate, Yale University School of Medicine, New Haven, CT [01/03/08]

    Postdoctoral Research Fellow

    Children's National Medical Center

    Department: Children's Research Institute
    Location: Washington, DC
    URL:
    www.childrensnational.org/research/
    Start Date: ASAP
    Description: A Post-doctoral position in structural biology is available to train in structural biology of proteins of the urea cycle and arginine biosynthesis. The successful candidate will be mentored in generating and testing scientific hypotheses related to structural biology and biochemistry. He/she will works independently on projects under general guidance. Tasks will include design of study, collection and analysis of data, and reporting of results at symposia and in peer-reviewed manuscripts. Education & Training Required: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in molecular biology or related field. Major: Must have fulfilled all requirements and obtained the doctoral degree. Majors preferred: Biology, Biochemistry, Structural Biology, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology or Microbiology. Experience Required: 2-3 years of related experience. Experience may have been obtained during doctoral training. Previous supervisory experience not required. Special Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: Experience in protein biochemistry and molecular biology methods . Math proficiency and basic statistical skills. Basic UNIX skills. The following specific skills are preferred: construction of plasmids, transfection of cultured cells, gel electrophoresis, PCR analysis, protein purification, RNA and DNA purification, organelle fractionation, SDS/PAGE and western blotting.
    Please submit: CV, names and contact information for 3 references
    Person to contact: Dr. Dashuang Shi
    Surface mail address: 111 Michigan Avenue
    Email address: dshi@cnmcresearch.org
    Phone number: 202-476-5817
    Fax number: 202-476-6014
    Job Posted: 07/16/08
    Job ID Number: 1216215179

    Postdoctoral Fellow - Drug Discovery & Structural Biology

    Moffitt Cancer Center

    Department: Drug Discovery
    Location: Tampa, FL
    URL:
    www.moffitt.org/careers
    Start Date: Immediately
    Description: Postdoctoral positions are available immediately to study the structure and function of diverse drug targets at the Moffitt Cancer Center. The successful candidates will perform experiments on various medicinally important proteins to discover novel inhibitors with potential as drugs. Qualified candidates should have a PhD or equivalent degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry or related field. Experience in protein crystallography or molecular modeling or protein chemistry is required. Additional experience in DNA recombinant technology and over-expression of proteins in bacteria, insect cells and/or yeast is a plus. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required. The H. Lee Moffitt Comprehensive Cancer Center is a modern facility on the University of South Florida Campus that conducts research on various aspects of Cancer Biology with emphasis on translational research. It is the third largest Cancer Center in the US based on patient volume. Research environment includes state of the art modern core research facilities. Please apply online at www.moffitt.org/careers to REQ ID 2622 and send CV, cover letter, and the names and contact information of three references to Dr. Ernst Schönbrunn via email at ernst.schonbrunn@moffitt.org.
    Other details: Equal Oportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
    Please submit: CV, cover letter, and contact information for three references
    Person to contact: Dr. Ernst Schönbrunn
    Email address: ernst.schonbrunn@moffitt.org
    Job Posted: 07/11/08
    Job ID Number: 1215804677

    Postdoctoral Research Associate

    Brookhaven National Lab

    Department: Biology
    Location: Long Island, NY
    URL:
    http://www.biology.bnl.gov/structure/fu.html
    Start Date: Immediately
    Description: A postdoctoral position is available immediately to study a class of metal transporter proteins (see JBC (2004) 279:12043; Science (2007) 317:1746). Potential candidates should have a recent Ph.D. in biochemistry or biophysics with extensive experience in protein crystallography and a strong interest in membrane protein structure biology. We offer competitive salary and outstanding opportunity for career development.
    Please submit: CV and names of 3 references
    Person to contact: Dax Fu
    Email address: dax@bnl.gov
    Phone number: 631-344-4208
    Fax number: 631-344-3407
    Job Posted: 06/27/08
    Job ID Number: 1214570161

    Post doctoral positions

    university of toronto

    Location: Toronto, Canada
    Start Date: Immediately
    Duration: 3 years
    Description: A Post-doctoral position in structural biology are available in the Chromatin biology and Epigenetic group at the Structural Genomics Consortium, University of Toronto. My group aims to characterize chromatin proteins involved in histone code "reading" and "writing" by X-ray crystallography in combination with other biochemical and biophysical techniques, as part of the wider SGC effort on the human genome. Research in my group is divided into three areas 1)Histone Code "Reading" Proteins (see Schuetz et al, EMBOJ, 2006; Min et al, NSMB, 2007); 2)Histone Code "Writing" Proteins; and 3)Structure-Based Drug Discovery. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in structural biology, biochemistry, biophysics, chemistry, or a related field with 0-5 years postdoctoral research experience. Interested candidates are invited to send their CV with 3 references to:jr.min@utoronto.ca.
    Person to contact: Jinrong Min
    Email address: jr.min@utoronto.ca
    Job Posted: 05/29/08
    Job ID Number: 1212105049

    Postdoctoral Scholar

    Johns Hopkins University Medical School

    Department: Biophysics and Biophysical Chemistry
    Location: Baltimore, Maryland
    URL:
    biophysics.med.jhmi.edu/BIOPHYS/wade.html
    Start Date: 7/01/2008
    Description: Postdoctoral Position in the Department of Biophysics and Biophysical Chemistry at Johns Hopkins University in the Wade Laboratory. We use a battery of biophysical techniques to study the basis of multidrug recognition and biological switch properties of transcription regulators involved in bacterial multidrug resistance. Techniques used in the lab include steady state and time-resolved fluorescence spectroscopy, x-ray crystallography, analytical ultracentrifugation, isothermal calorimetry as well as a number of gel-based methods. Extensive experience in protein crystallography is preferred; the applicant must also be interested in pursuing techniques, which complement the structural approaches. Competitive salary and benefits.
    Please submit: CV, 3 references
    Person to contact: Herschel Wade
    Surface mail address: 709 Huntarian, 725 N. Wolfe Street
    Email address: herschel.wade@jhmi.edu
    Phone number: 410 955 3077
    Fax number: 410 502 6910
    Job Posted: 05/29/08
    Job ID Number: 1212087782

    Postdoctoral Fellowship: Protein Crystallography

    EMBL (European Molecular Biology Laboratory)

    Location: Hamburg, Germany
    URL:
    www.embl.org/jobs
    Start Date: ASAP
    Duration: 24 months
    Description: We are developing new methods and technologies in macromolecular crystallization and are looking for a postdoc with expertise in the area of x-ray crystallography with an emphasis on the following topics: -Protein expression and purification -Macromolecular crystallization -Protein crystal characterization (e.g. with x-ray or MetriPol analysis) -Structural biology The projects involve the testing and design of new crystallization methods and devices and the adaptation of existing techniques to crystallization. Applicants are also encouraged to perform research in structural biology. Qualifications and experience: In addition to a PhD in a related field, applicants should also have a track record in structural biology. The successful candidate will work in a multidisciplinary environment with collaborators from industry and academia. The EMBL is an international research organization with English as a first language. Good communication and presentation skills are required. EMBL is an inclusive, equal opportunity employer offering attractive conditions and benefits appropriate to an international research organisation. Further information on the position can be obtained from Dr. Jochen Mueller Dieckmann: jochenmd@embl-hamburg.de
    Please submit: To apply please email a cover letter, CV and names and contact information of three references, quoting ref. no. ACA/08/PD/08 in the subject line, to: application@embl.de
    Person to contact: EMBL Personnel Section
    Email address: application@embl.de
    Job Posted: 05/27/08
    Job ID Number: 1211899602

    postdoctoral fellow

    Massachusetts General Hospital/Harvard Medical School

    Department: Renal Unit
    Location: Boston, MA
    Start Date: immediately
    Description: A postdoctoral position is immediately available for a highly motivated individual with a recent Ph.D to study structure-function of integrin at Massachusetts General Hospital/Harvard Medical School. Diffractable crystals have been obtained. Experience in protein crystallography is advantageous but not absolutely required if he/she is willing to learn. Preference will be given to candidates who have a strong background in molecular biology and protein expression, especially in mammalian cells. The initial period of employment is for 2 years starting as soon as possible with renewal for two more years thereafter.
    Please submit: CV and names of three references
    Person to contact: Dr. Jian-Ping Xiong
    Surface mail address: Renal Unit, Massachusetts General Hospital, 149 13th St., Charlestown, MA 02129
    Email address: xiong@helix.mgh.harvard.edu
    Job Posted: 05/20/08
    Job ID Number: 1211301530

    Postdoctoral Fellow

    Yale University

    Department: Pharmacology
    Location: School of Medicine
    URL:
    info.med.yale.edu/pharm/faculty/index.php?bioID=14
    Start Date: immediate
    Duration: at least 2 years
    Description: A postdoctoral position is available immediately in structural biology at Yale University to work on protein-RNA structures involved in cancer and autoimmune diseases. This position is funded by a NIH training grant and requires that the applicant is a US citizen/permanent resident. Start date must be before July 1, 2008. A strong background in protein crystallography is required. Experience in molecular biology, biochemistry, or computer programming is a plus.
    Please submit: CV and names of three references
    Person to contact: Elias Lolis
    Surface mail address: 333 Cedar Street, New Haven, CT 06520
    Email address: elias.lolis@yale.edu
    Phone number: (203)785-6233
    Fax number: (203)737-2027
    Job Posted: 04/18/08
    Job ID Number: 1208555694

    Postdoctoral Fellowship in Macromolecular Crystallography

    Lawrence Berkeley Laboratory

    Department: Physical Biosciences
    Location: Berkeley, California
    URL:
    cci.lbl.gov/~paul/jobs.html
    Start Date: 3/28/2008
    Duration: Up to 3 years
    Description: This postdoctoral position will study the structure and function of macromolecular complexes and enzymes using X-ray crystallographic methods. This position will be shared between the Center for Protein Folding Machinery (proteinfoldingcenter.org) and the Joint BioEnergy Institute (JBEI). The biological systems to be studied will include: Type-II chaperonins responsible for the refolding of unfolded proteins in archeal and mammalian cells, Glycosyl transferases responsible for the synthesis of hemicellulose in plants, and Novel glycosyl hydrolases that are able to breakdown cellulosic material for biofuels production. The candidate will have experience with using crystallographic methods to study macromolecules; robotic hardware for performing crystallization trials and imaging trays are available. Crystals will be characterized and data collected using the beamline resources of the Berkeley Center for Structural Biology at the Advanced Light Source. Essential: Primary duties and responsibilities will include using robotic hardware to perform screens for crystallization conditions. Optimization of crystallization conditions. Biophysical characterization of protein samples using standard techniques, such as dynamic light scattering. Characterization of crystals using the Berkeley Center for Structural Biology beamlines at the Advanced Light Source. Collection and analysis of diffraction data, model building and structure refinement. Extensive email and verbal interaction with other researchers. Marginal: Use of small angle X-ray scattering methods to analyze macromolecular complexes in solution. Essential: Ph.D. or equivalent in a scientific discipline, preferably structural biology, biology, or chemistry. Demonstrated experience of scientific research using crystallographic methods. Experience with crystallization methods. Solid interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment are critical. Ability to communicate with a broad range of researchers. Marginal: Experience with the use of small angle scattering methods. Familiarity with robotic hardware for crystal growth. NOTE: This is a one year Term appointment with the possibility of renewal under the same terms and conditions, contingent upon continued funding and availability of work. Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory is a world leader in science and engineering research, with 11 Nobel Prize recipients over the past 75 years, and 59 present members of the National Academy of Sciences. LBNL conducts unclassified research across a wide range of scientific disciplines and hosts four national user facilities. AA/ EEO employer committed to the development of a safe and diverse workforce. Learn more at http://www.lbl.gov. For more information about the Center for Protein Folding Machinery visit: http://proteinfoldingcenter.org/ and the Joint BioEnergy Institute visit: http://www.jbei.org/. For more information about the Berkeley Center for Structural Biology visit: http://bcsb.lbl.gov/ To apply: visit http://cjo.lbl.gov/ and search for the job number 21615. Please see http://cjo.lbl.gov/app_instr.html for details of how to apply.
    Job Posted: 04/13/08
    Job ID Number: 1208144770

    postdoctoral position

    University of Illinois at Chicago

    Department: BIological Sciences
    Location: Chicago, Illinois, USA
    Start Date: available immediately
    Description: A postdoctoral position is available in the Jeffery lab in the Dept. of Biological Sciences at the University of Illinois at Chicago. The successful candidate will join an ongoing project to determining the structure and mechanism of function of multidrug resistance transmembrane transporters and other transmembrane proteins. Experience in purification, solubilization, crystallization, and X-ray crystal structure determination of membrane proteins is preferred, but candidates with significant experience in protein purification, crystallization, and/or X-ray crystal structure determination of other proteins will also be considered. Also, experience in surface plasmon resonance (SPR) or other methods to study protein-protein interactions or protein-ligand interactions is desired. UIC is the largest university in the Chicago area and is located about 30 min from the Advanced Photon Source, one of the top synchrotrons in the world. Review of applicants will begin immediately. Candidates should please send by email (cjeffery@uic.edu) a current curriculum vitae, names and contact information for three references, and a cover letter describing his or her interest in the project.
    Please submit: CV, names and contact information for 3 references, letter describing candidate's interest in the lab and project
    Person to contact: Prof. Connie Jeffery
    Surface mail address: MC567 900 S. Ashland Ave., Chicago, IL, 60607 USA
    Email address: cjeffery@uic.edu
    Phone number: 312-996-3168
    Fax number: 312-413-2691
    Job Posted: 04/02/08
    Job ID Number: 1207178630

    postdoctoral position

    University of Illinois at Chicago

    Department: BIological Sciences
    Location: Chicago, Illinois, USA
    Start Date: available immediately
    Description: A postdoctoral position is available in the Jeffery lab in the Dept. of Biological Sciences at the University of Illinois at Chicago. The successful candidate will join an ongoing project to determining the structure and mechanism of function of multidrug resistance transmembrane transporters and other transmembrane proteins. Experience in purification, solubilization, crystallization, and X-ray crystal structure determination of membrane proteins is preferred, but candidates with significant experience in protein purification, crystallization, and/or X-ray crystal structure determination of other proteins will also be considered. Also, experience in surface plasmon resonance (SPR) or other methods to study protein-protein interactions or protein-ligand interactions is desired. UIC is the largest university in the Chicago area and is located about 30min from the Advanced Photon Source, one of the top synchrotrons in the world. Review of applicants will begin immediately. Candidates should please send by email (cjeffery@uic.edu) a current curriculum vitae, names and contact information for three references, and a cover letter describing his or her interest in the project.
    Person to contact: Prof. Connie Jeffery
    Surface mail address: MC567 900 S. Ashland Ave., Chicago, IL, 60607 USA
    Job Posted: 04/02/08
    Job ID Number: 1207177732

    Postdoctoral Research Fellow

    Case Western Reserve University

    Department: Pharmacology
    Location: Cleveland, Ohio
    URL:
    http://pharmacology.case.edu/department/faculty/primary/dealwis.html
    Start Date: May 1st
    Duration: 2-4 years
    Description: A postdoctoral position is available for a highly motivated individual to elucidate structures of cancer targets. Preference will be given to individuals with strong macromolecular crystallography background. Experience in molecular biology is a definite asset.
    Person to contact: Chris Dealwis
    Surface mail address: 10900 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, Ohio 44106-4965, USA
    Email address: cxd114@case.edu
    Phone number: (216)368-1652
    Job Posted: 03/27/08
    Job ID Number: 1206629423

    Postdoctoral Fellow

    Wadsworth Center, New York State Department of Health

    Department: NYS Dept. of Health
    Location: Albany, New York
    URL:
    http://www.wadsworth.org/resnres/bios/lihongmin.htm
    Start Date: ASAP
    Description: A postdoctoral position is immediately available to study structure and function of proteins or protein complexes related to bacterial or viral infection and host response (http://www.wadsworth.org/resnres/bios/lihongmin.htm). The position is funded for 1 year through a research grant from the NIH, and may be extended dependent upon the availability of funding and satisfactory performance. The successful candidate should have a recent Ph.D. degree with highly motivation and interest in structure biology. Experiences in molecular biology and protein expression using insect cells (baculovirus, drosophila) will be advantaged. The position is at the Wadsworth Center, one of the nation's 'Best Places to Work in Academia.' (http://www.wadsworth.org). We offer NIH competitive salary and great fringe benefit. The Capitol city of Albany offers a reasonable cost-of-living and easy access to the beautiful Adirondacks, Catskills, and Berkshire Mountains. Interested applicants should email a CV, including a list of publications, and the names of three references including the doctoral supervisor, to: Hongmin Li, PhD Wadsworth Center New York State Department of Health 150 New Scotland Ave Albany, NY 12208 Tel: 518-486-9154 Email: lih@wadsworth.org
    Person to contact: Hongmin Li
    Surface mail address: lih@wadsworth.org
    Email address: lih@wadsworth.org
    Phone number: 518-486-9154
    Job Posted: 03/24/08
    Job ID Number: 1206380825

    Postdoctoral Fellow

    UCSD

    Department: Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences/Scripps Research Institute
    Location: La Jolla/San Diego
    Start Date: -
    Duration: Indefinite
    Description: POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH POSITION IN STRUCTURAL BIOLOGY OF MAMMALIAN CYTOCHROMES P450 A postdoctoral position is available in spring/summer 2008 for a strongly interactive project between Dr. James R. Halpert at the University of California, San Diego and Drs. C. David Stout and Eric F. Johnson at the Scripps Research Institute. The work is part of an expanding program to develop novel approaches for predicting the metabolism of new therapeutic agents. The specific objective is to elucidate the role of conformational plasticity in ligand recognition by mammalian membrane cytochromes P450 2B [J. Biol. Chem. (2006) 281:5973-5981; J. Biol. Chem. (2006) 281:8051-8061; Biochemistry (2007) 46:11559-11567]. Approaches include X-ray crystallography, isothermal titration calorimetry, fluorescence spectroscopy, site-directed mutagenesis, and molecular modeling. State of the art resources for structural and molecular biology are available at UCSD, Scripps, and SSRL. The successful candidate should have strong formal and practical training in X-ray crystallography including demonstrated expertise in solving, analyzing, and interpreting structures. A Ph.D. in biochemistry, biophysics, molecular biology, chemistry, or a related field is required. Excellent writing skills are highly desirable. Salary is competitive and negotiable. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Please provide a current c.v., names and contact information on three references, and a cover letter outlining your research interests.
    Please submit: CV, 3 references, cover letter
    Person to contact: Loralyn Cross
    Surface mail address: 9500 Gilman Drive #0657 San Diego, CA 92093-0657
    Email address: lkcross@ucsd.edu
    Phone number: 858-822-7819
    Fax number: 858-822-5591
    Job Posted: 03/24/08
    Job ID Number: 1206376979

    NIH funded Postdoctoral Fellowship

    NIH

    Department: Lab Cell & Mol Neurophysiol
    Location: Bethesda Maryland
    URL:
    mayerlab.nichd.nih.gov
    Start Date: Open until filled
    Duration: 2 years, renewable up to 5 years
    Description: A postdoctoral position is available to study the structure and function of neurotransmitter receptors. Recent papers describing work from the lab include: Nat Struct Mol Biol. 2006 13:1120-7; Nature. 2006 440 :456-462; Neuron 2007 53:829-841.We are looking for a highly motivated person who would like to combine crystallographic studies with biochemical and electrophysiological experiments to understand the function of glutamate receptor ion channels, the major mediators of excitatory synaptic transmission in the brain. A major component of the work involves protein expression and pre-crystallization screening. Strong skills in biochemistry and molecular biology are essential. Preference will be given to candidates with a proven track record using baculo virus, insect cell, and other eukaryotic expression systems. Must have excellent communication skills and a superb ability to work as part of a team. The research facilities at NIH are outstanding with regular access to the SER-CAT beamline at APS.
    Other details: Affirmative action Non US nationals J1 VISA sponsorship - No H1
    Please submit: CV, letter describing experience and interests, contacts for 3 refereces
    Person to contact: Dr. M.L. Mayer
    Email address: mlm@helix.nih.gov
    Job Posted: 03/17/08
    Job ID Number: 1205803228

    Postdoctoral Position - Crystallization

    SGX Pharmaceuticals

    Location: San Diego, CA 92121
    URL:
    http://www.sgxpharma.com
    Start Date: 4-1-08
    Description: Post Doctoral Position in Crystallization SGX is a biotechnology company focused on the discovery and development of innovative cancer therapeutics. We have an exciting opportunity for a Post Doctoral researcher to join the Crystallization group working on the Protein Structure Initiative. The goal of the PSI is to solve structures of proteins with novel folds as well as structures of proteins of community interest. The project continually tests new techniques for efficient production of these structures. The successful candidate will be involved in the optimization of protein crystals, the development of new crystallization techniques, and will be an active participant in the project as a source of ideas and mentorship. The candidate will have access to the expertise of the existing crystallization and project team, several crystallization robots, a comprehensive database for data mining, the SGX-CAT beamline for data collection and the remaining infrastructure of an organization dedicated to solving difficult protein structures. Candidates with an interest in bioinformatics will have an opportunity to participate in construct design and protein engineering. Candidates with experience in protein crystallography will have opportunities to solve and refine novel structures. Requirements: A PhD in Crystallography or a related field with extensive crystallization experience. Experience solving structures by SAD or MAD and familiarity with the requisite software a plus. Experience in bioinformatics, molecular biology, or purification a plus. Expectations: • Appointee must be eligible for employment in the U.S. • Appointment duration: Up to 2½ years, funded largely through the NIH Protein Structure Initiative. • Post Doctoral appointees are eligible for company health benefits.
    Person to contact: careers@sgxpharma.com
    Job Posted: 02/11/08
    Job ID Number: 1202765291

    Postdoctoral Research Fellow

    University of Maryland

    Department: Center for Advanced Research in Biotechnology
    Location: Rockville, Maryland
    URL:
    www.umbi.umd.edu/mariuzza
    Start Date: ASAP
    Duration: 3-4 years
    Description: NIH-funded postdoctoral position available immediately at the Center for Advanced Research in Biotechnology (CARB) of the University of Maryland for a protein crystallographer with recent PhD to join a multidisciplinary team investigating the structural basis for pathogen and tumor cell recognition by the human immune system. Several classes of recognition molecules are under study: antibodies, T cell receptors (TCRs), natural killer (NK) cell receptors, and receptors of the innate immune system (PGRPs, NODs, RIG-I). Projects include X-ray crystallographic studies of: 1) autoimmune and tumor-specific TCRs, 2) NK receptor–MHC complexes, 3) NOD–peptidoglycan complexes, and 4) RIG-I–RNA complexes. Experience in protein biochemistry is highly desirable. [Nature Immunol. 8, 398-408 (2007); Proc. Natl. Acad. Sci. USA 104, 8761-8766 (2007); Immunity 27, 572-584 (2007); Trends Biochem. Sci. 32, 500-508 (2007)]. Visit www.umbi.umd.edu/mariuzza. State-of-the-art X-ray facilities. Excellent opportunities for collaborative studies with molecular biologists and physical biochemists. CARB, a joint research center of the University of Maryland and the National Institute of Standards and Technology, is located in the heart of a major biotech community that includes MedImmune and Human Genome Sciences. Send CV and names of three references to: mariuzza@carb.nist.gov.
    Please submit: CV and names of three references
    Person to contact: Professor Roy A. Mariuzza
    Surface mail address: 9600 Gudelsky Drive, Rockville, MD 20850
    Email address: mariuzza@carb.nist.gov
    Phone number: 240-314-6243
    Fax number: 240-314-6225
    Job Posted: 01/29/08
    Job ID Number: 1201619066

    Chemist Postdoctoral Fellow (Inorganic Nanocrystal Materials)

    Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory

    Location: Berkeley, CA
    URL:
    http://jobs.lbl.gov/LBNLCareers/details.asp?jid=21435&p=1
    Description: The Molecular Foundry at Berkeley Lab is a user facility for the design, synthesis, and characterization of materials with nanometer dimensions. One of five such Nanoscale Science Research Centers recently established by the U.S. Department of Energy, its charter is to pursue two primary missions: a) conduct outstanding research across the breadth of nanoscience; and b) collaborate with scientists from around the world who visit to use its state-of-the-art instruments, techniques, and expertise to further their own nanoscience research efforts. [See http://foundry.lbl.gov/] The Inorganic Nanostructures Facility within the Foundry offers a unique postdoctoral position in the field of inorganic nanocrystal materials. This collaboration involves an interdisciplinary team of chemists and materials scientists who explore novel nanocrystals and their integration into functional materials. The research focus is energy and electronic technologies applications. Participation in both nanocrystal synthesis and integration efforts can be anticipated. Key Responsibilities: • Synthesis of inorganic nanoparticles in the solution phase and materials characterization of synthesized particles • Integration of nanoparticles into films and composite materials (i.e., spin coating, dip coating, etc.) • Microscopic characterization of films and composite materials • Electrical and/or optical characterization of material properties Qualifications: • Relevant materials experience including nanocrystal synthesis, nanowire synthesis, sol-gel chemistry, or similar • Experience with x-ray diffraction (XRD), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), optical spectroscopy (absorption and fluorescence), infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) and/or thermal analysis such as thermogravimetric analysis (TGA) • Experience with characterization techniques such as atomic force microscopy (AFM) and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) • Experience with electronic device prototyping and characterization • Demonstrated critical analysis and communication skills evidenced by research publications in peer reviewed journals • Recent Ph.D. in Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related field Reference “Internet” and “American Crystallographic Association” as your source.
    Other details: Berkeley Lab is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer committed to the development of a diverse workforce. Learn more at www.lbl.gov.
    Please submit: Please submit a single attachment with your CV and letter of interest.
    Person to contact: Amy Pagsolingan
    Email address: avpagsolingan@lbl.gov
    Job Posted: 01/25/08
    Job ID Number: 1201303923

    Postdoctoral Researcher

    Southern Research Institute

    Department: Drug Development Division/Protein Crystallography
    Location: Birmingham, AL
    URL:
    www.southernresearch.org
    Start Date: Immediately
    Description: Postdoctoral Researcher Immediate opportunity requiring a PhD in Protein Structural Biology or related discipline. Ph.D. candidates within 90 days of obtaining their diploma are also encouraged to apply (degree must be awarded prior to employment). Requires experience in protein structural biology, including 1) protein purification and crystallization, 2) data collection and processing, 3) structure determination and model refinement. Experience in molecular biology, UNIX system managing, or molecular modeling is a plus. The successful candidate will perform research projects involving protein purification, crystallization and structure determination by X-ray protein crystallography. Please apply for Position #sr-02014 at www.southernresearch.org. – AA/EOE
    Other details: AA/EOE Employer
    Person to contact: Apply online for Position #sr-02014
    Job Posted: 01/23/08
    Job ID Number: 1201115246

    Postdoctoral Researcher

    Purdue University

    Department: Biolocial Sciences
    Location: West Lafayette, IN
    URL:
    chen.bio.purdue.edu
    Start Date: immediately
    Description: Postdoctoral positions in Structural Biology are available immediately in the Chen laboratory at Purdue University. As part of the Markey Center for Structural Biology, the Chen lab integrates X-ray crystallography and biochemical methods to study the mechanism of active transport (See Nature, 450: 515-521; PNAS,102:17969-17974; and Mol. Cell, 12:651-661). For more information please visit our website at http://chen.bio.purdue.edu. Successful candidates should have (or expect) a recent doctoral degree with demonstrated experience in macromolecular crystallography and protein biochemistry.
    Please submit: CV and names of three referees
    Person to contact: Jue Chen
    Surface mail address: 915 W. State Street, West Lafayette, IN 47907
    Email address: chenjue@purdue.edu