Postdoc Position in Protein Crystallography
A postdoctoral research position in protein crystallography is available in the group of Clemens Steegborn at the University of Bayreuth, Germany. Research in the laboratory is focused on understanding the molecular signaling mechanisms involved in aging processes and disease. In particular, we study deacetylases of the Sirtuin family and the cyclic nucleotide signaling network. We use protein crystallography, combined with biochemical and enzymological methods and bioinformatics approaches, to obtain a molecular understanding of these interconnected signaling systems and to develop compounds for their modulation. We are looking for a Postdoc with experience in protein x-ray crystallography to join our team studying the regulation of Sirtuins. Our laboratory at the University of Bayreuth offers access to state-of-the art equipment for protein biochemistry and crystallography, and a stimulating environment for research in structural biology, with two collaborating protein crystallography units (Steegborn lab and Blankenfeldt lab). We further have access to state-of the art synchrotron beamlines, and strongly interact with other labs within the Research Institute for Biomacromolecules (spectroscopy, NMR, bioinformatics) and the Department of Chemistry and Biology (cell biology, genetics, synthetic chemistry). Our lab offers excellent research opportunities and a stimulating environment for research in Structural Biology. The ideal candidate is a highly motivated Ph.D. with an interest in medically relevant questions. Experience in protein purification & crystallization and x-ray structure analysis is ABSOLUTELY MANDATORY. Additional experience in molecular biology would be an asset. Applications (including CV, research experience, and at least two names and contact information for references) should be sent, preferably per email as PDF attachment, to [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]> Evaluation of applications will start by December 1st. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- ------- Prof. Dr. Clemens Steegborn University of Bayreuth Dept. Biochemistry, NW I Universitaetsstr. 30 95447 Bayreuth, Germany phone: ++49 0921 / 55 - 2421 fax: ++49 0921 / 55 - 2432 email: <mailto:[email protected]> [email protected] web: <http://www.biochemie.uni-bayreuth.de> www.biochemie.uni-bayreuth.de
