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[Doug Bailey]

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Biodefense Research (X-ray Crystallography)

An opportunity will soon be available for a PhD with less than 5 yrs of postdoctoral experience to participate in structural studies of virulence mechanisms in potential agents of bioterrorism, with emphasis on plague, smallpox, and tularemia.  Existing opportunities include both de novo structure determination and structure-based drug design.  This project does not entail working with live pathogens.  The ideal candidate already possesses strong X-ray crystallography skills and wants to maintain this focus while also gaining exposure to cutting-edge methods for recombinant protein _expression_ and purification.  This is an outstanding opportunity for a highly motivated person to establish a foothold in the rapidly growing field of biodefense research.  U.S. citizens or permanent residents are eligible to apply for Career Development Grants to facilitate the transition to an academic institution at the conclusion of this fellowship. More information about this NIAID-funded project, including links to recent publications, can be found at the web site http://mcl1.ncifcrf.gov/waugh.html.

Starting salary is commensurate with experience.  Cover letter and CV may be faxed to 301-846-7148, e-mailed to [EMAIL PROTECTED], or mailed to:

David S. Waugh, Ph.D.
Macromolecular Crystallography Laboratory
NCI-Frederick
P.O. Box B
Frederick, MD  21702-1201