Dear Colleagues, We have an open position for a P ost D oc in my laboratory at the University of Illinois at Chicago, USA (https://bios.uic.edu/bios/people/faculty/yury-polikanov). The research in o ur laboratory is focused on understanding basic principles of protein synthesis in bacteria, the modes of action of ribosome-targeting antibiotics, and mechanisms of drug resistance at a structural level. We use macromolecular X-ray crystallography approach to determine high-resolution structures of ribosome functional complexes.
The successful candidate should hold a PhD in chemistry, biochemistry , biophysics or related areas and experience in structural biology. The successful candidate should also have an excellent track record and experience in X-ray crystallography as well as in protein expression , purification , crystallization, data collection, structure determination , and model refinement. Advanced computer s kills together with experience i n complementary biochemical and biophysical techniques related to the studies of the 70S ribosome would be a benefit. Preference will be given to those who have a strong drive , motivation , and passion for discovery . Applicants should submit cover letter, curriculum vitae (CV) , and contact information for t hree references directly to Dr. Y ury Polikanov ( yu...@uic.edu ). W ith best regards, Yury -- ------------------------------ Yury Polikanov, Ph.D. Assistant Professor Department of Biological Sciences College of Liberal Arts and Sciences University of Illinois at Chicago 900 South Ashland Avenue, MBRB 4170 Chicago, IL 60607 Tel: 1-312-413-2408 (Office) Tel: 1-312-355-0463 (Laboratory) Fax: 1-312-413-2691 E-mail: yu...@uic.edu Web-Page: *http://bios.uic.edu/bios/people/faculty/yury-polikanov <http://bios.uic.edu/bios/people/faculty/yury-polikanov>* ------------------------------
