A postdoctoral position is available immediately in the laboratory of Dr.
Matthew Gentry (https://biochemistry.med.uky.edu/users/msge222), in the
Department of Molecular & Cellular Biochemistry and Center for Structural
Biology in the College of Medicine at University of Kentucky. The successful
candidate will carry out an independent project on the mechanisms of Lafora
disease and neurodegeneration and/or proteins involved in reversible
(de)phosphorylation of plant starch using structural biology and biophysical
techniques. The lab has a strong record of high impact papers with multiple
recent publications in Molecular Cell, The Plant Cell, and PNAS with funding
from both the NIH and NSF. Applicants should have a strong background in
molecular biology, protein purification, enzyme assays, and protein
crystallization. Experience with x-ray diffraction, x-ray collection, and x-ray
crystal structure determination is a plus, but not required. The successful
applicant will be a highly motivated individual with good communication skills,
interest and experience in biochemistry/structural biology in the arena of cell
signaling, will have a proven publication record, and the ability to work
independently. The applicant must currently have a Ph.D. in Biochemistry or a
related field. Competitive salary will be based on qualifications, and
appointment will be for 1 year with renewal on a yearly basis. Email a single
PDF containing a CV, 1-2 page summary of past research accomplishments, and
contact information for three references to [email protected] with the
subject heading “postdoc.”
