Postdoctoral Position: Structural Biology of Bacterial Active Transport A postdoctoral position is available immediately (!) in the laboratory of Michael Wiener, University of Virginia. The laboratory has a long-running program in structural and functional studies of TonB-dependent outer membrane active transport (relevant structures from the lab include 1NQE and 2GSK). Experience in one or more of the following is required: bacterial protein expression & purification, bacteriology (functional in vivo studies), biochemical methods, crystallization and crystallography. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is interested in creatively combining structural and functional approaches to elucidate molecular mechanism.
The scientific and intellectual environment for membrane research is strong at the University of Virginia. Eight labs working in membrane protein biochemistry, biophysics and structural biology are sited in a modern research building. The Center for Membrane Biology includes additional investigators, holds a regular seminar series, and maintains a collaborative and collegial environment. Applicants, please send a cover letter, cv, names of three references, and any other queries to Michael Wiener, mwie...@virginia.edu, 434-243-2731. Please indicate that you are applying for the Membrane Transport position. [The University of Virginia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.]
