Assistant Researcher Position in Membrane Protein Structural Biology available at Lund University, Sweden.
Type of employment: Limit of tenure, 1 year with possible extension for 1 year Extent: 100 % Location: Department of Experimental Medical Science, Lund University, Sweden First day of employment: according to agreement Official Records Number: MPA 2014/242 The mission of the Department of Experimental Medical Science at Lund University is to perform molecular, cellular and integrative research at the highest international level and to train a new generation of successful scientists. We study biological processes that govern normal human bodily functions that are involved in disease pathogenesis. The Membrane Protein Structural Biology Group at the department works on the structural and functional characterization of membrane proteins that are essential for human health and highly attractive targets in the treatment of disease. The overarching aim is to reveal the molecular principles and determinants of transport processes across cellular membranes for these proteins. To this end, we use a number of complementary techniques centered on X-ray crystallography using the latest techniques within membrane protein structural biology to study structure-function relationships. An Assistant Researcher Position is now available in The Membrane Protein Structural Biology Group. The research will be led by Dr. Pontus Gourdon and targets membrane proteins of significance for transition metal homeostasis. The tasks will include cloning, cell culturing, protein purification, functional studies (in vivo and in vitro), crystallization and structure determination using X-ray crystallography. The successful candidate will be working in close collaboration with the team of Dr. Karin Lindkvist with access to the required infrastructure for the project, including ample synchrotron beam time. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in protein biochemistry, structural biology or an equivalent field (preference will be for candidates with a Ph.D. in membrane protein crystallography awarded within the last five years) with experience in protein production in bacterial, yeast or insect expression systems. Informal inquiries to Dr. Pontus Gourdon ( [email protected] ). For more information and submission of applications see http://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/o.o.i.s?id=24914&Dnr=600805&Type=E . Closing date: 8 April 2014. Dr. Pontus Gourdon Membrane Protein Structural Biology Group | Dept. of Experimental Medical Science | Lund University | Sölvegatan 19 | SE - 221 84 Lund | Sweden | +45 5033 9990
