PostDoctoral Position in Membrane Protein Structural Biology at USC, Los Angeles
The position is available starting immediately in the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Southern California and is initially limited to 2 years, with possible extension. Our research focuses on the structural biology of membrane proteins involved in synaptic transmission, using single particle cryoEM and X-ray crystallography, complemented by functional assays. We are working in close collaboration with the group of Prof. Vadim Cherezov (USC) on the structure determination of GPCRs. USC has a suite of research facilities and has recently commissioned a brand-new cryoEM facility: • CryoEM suite: Titan Krios with GIF Quantum energy filter and K3 detector, Glacios with Falcon 4 detector, Talos Arctica with CCD/side entry holder for NS and screening • Core facility for insect- and mammalian cell expression • High performance computing for data processing/analysis Qualified candidates must have a Ph.D. degree with a solid background in structural biology and biophysics/biochemistry. Previous work with membrane proteins is a plus. A successful candidate is expected to be highly skilled and self-motivated and is willing to work in a collaborative environment. The Postdoctoral salary depends on qualifications and relevant experiences according to USC standards. Interested candidates should apply directly with Cornelius Gati at gati[at]usc.edu<mailto:g...@usc.edu>. Please attach a cover letter, Curriculum Vitae, research statement, publication list and a reference letter. There is no deadline for this posting and applications will be evaluated on a rolling basis. Current group website: https://dornsifecms.usc.edu/labs/gati-lab/ Recent work from our group includes: H Shaye, A Ishchenko, JH Lam, GW Han, L Xue, P Rondard, JP Pin, V Katritch, C Gati*, V. Cherezov* Structural basis of the activation of a metabotropic GABA receptor. Nature. 2020. S Rempel, C Gati*, M Nijland, C Thangaratnarajah, A Karyolaimos, JW de Gier, A Guskov*, DJ Slotboom*. A mycobacterial ABC transporter mediates the uptake of hydrophilic compounds. Nature. 2020. ######################################################################## To unsubscribe from the CCP4BB list, click the following link: https://www.jiscmail.ac.uk/cgi-bin/WA-JISC.exe?SUBED1=CCP4BB&A=1 This message was issued to members of www.jiscmail.ac.uk/CCP4BB, a mailing list hosted by www.jiscmail.ac.uk, terms & conditions are available at https://www.jiscmail.ac.uk/policyandsecurity/
