A postdoctoral position is available to study the structures and
functions of a novel class of human deubiquitinating enzymes involved
in neurodegeneration.
An NIH-funded position is available immediately to study the
structure, catalytic function, and ligand-binding properties of the
human Josephin domain-containing proteins. These proteins include
ataxin-3, a polyglutamine protein that is the causative agent of
Machado-Joseph disease, the most common inherited ataxia. Well-
diffracting crystals are in hand for several protein-substrate
complexes. We seek a talented protein chemist/structural biologist to
assist in studies of these interesting and important molecules.
Experience in X-ray crystallography is a plus, but we are also happy
to entertain applications from biochemists/biophysicists who seek to
extend their training to diffraction analysis.
Drexel University has been ranked among the top 50 private
universities in the United States, and its College of Medicine is the
largest private medical school in the nation. The Department of
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology offers a stimulating and supportive
environment for biomedical research. The department is located in the
heart of downtown Philadelphia, which is a cosmopolitan and highly
livable city.
Please direct inquiries to Pat Loll: [email protected].
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Patrick J. Loll, Ph. D.
Professor of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Director, Biochemistry Graduate Program
Drexel University College of Medicine
Room 10-102 New College Building
245 N. 15th St., Mailstop 497
Philadelphia, PA 19102-1192 USA
(215) 762-7706
[email protected]
