Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Membrane Structural and Functional Biology – Caffrey Lab Trinity College Dublin, Ireland Post Summary Applications for the post of Postdoctoral Research Fellow in the Membrane Structural and Functional Biology Research Group are invited. The major theme within the Group is structure and function of membrane proteins by crystallographic means. A project is underway to solve the high-resolution structure of membrane proteins that bind, signal through and metabolize lipids. Several are implicated in diabetes, obesity, cancer and pain and in communicable and other non-communicable diseases. The goal of the project is to use the structural information to understand how these membrane proteins function and interact at a molecular level and ultimately to assist in the development of new and improved therapeutics. An exciting postdoctoral research position is available in the Group to work on this project. We are looking for a highly motivated, creative and hardworking individual with experience in biochemistry and molecular biology to join our multidisciplinary team at Trinity in a lab that offers superb facilities. Individuals interested in moving into the membrane protein field are encouraged to apply. Person Specification The candidate must have a Ph.D. in biochemistry, biophysics, molecular biology or a related field. Demonstrated success in all aspects of molecular biology, recombinant protein production, purification, and functional characterization is required. Experience with membrane protein over-expression, crystallization, and structure-function studies is desirable. The candidate should be a highly motivated and creative individual who enjoys working as part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team. Strong leadership, communication and teaching skills are decided assets. Salary €37,750 - €42,394 per annum depending on experience Closing Date 1 July 2013 Principal Investigator Prof. Martin Caffrey - [email protected] http://www.tcd.ie/Biochemistry/research/m_caffrey.php Application Procedure Candidates are asked to submit a letter detailing education, training and laboratory experience. In the letter the candidate should outline why they feel they are suitable for the position in an interdisciplinary group that will involve extensive interaction with collaborators and data collection at facilites around the globe. The letter of application must be accompanied by a full CV to include the names and contact details of two referees (email addresses and phone numbers to be provided). At least one referee should be an individual the candidate has worked with and who has agreed to provide a letter of reference on the candidate’s behalf. Applications should be emailed to: Shuang Leng [email protected] Martin Caffrey Membrane Structural and Functional Biology Group School of Medicine and School of Biochemistry & Immunology Trinity Biomedical Sciences Institute Trinity College Dublin 152-160 Pearse Street, Dublin 2, Ireland Email: <mailto:[email protected]> [email protected] Website: <http://www.tcd.ie/Biochemistry/research/m_caffrey.php> http://www.tcd.ie/Biochemistry/research/m_caffrey.php Phone: office + 353 (0)1 896 4253; mobile + 353 (0)86 818 7704
