MacCHESS (Macromolecular diffraction at Cornell High Energy Synchrotron
Source) has an opening for a post-doctoral associate to work on
developing novel methods of 3D visualization of protein crystals mounted
on a synchrotron beamline, for the purpose of crystal centering and
motion planning during data collection. Confocal microscopy will be the
initial method investigated. The position is suitable for persons with a
Ph.D. in biophysics, physics, optical engineering, image processing,
spectroscopy, or similar fields and a strong interest in hands-on
development of equipment and techniques. Experience in Python or Java
GUI programming is a plus.
Located on an ivy-league university campus in picturesque upstate New
York, the Cornell High-Energy Synchrotron Source (CHESS) serves a
world-wide user base of structural biologists, chemists, physicists, and
engineers. MacCHESS is an NIH-supported National Resource providing
support for structural biology at CHESS. MacCHESS is a heavily team-
oriented environment. Good clear communication skills are a must,
including fluency in the English language.
This is an entry-level post-doctoral position for one year, renewable
for an additional year subject to mutual agreement and continued
availability of funds.
Please provide an application and arrange to have at least three letters
of reference sent to:
Dr. Marian Szebenyi, Chair
Postdoctoral Associate Search Committee
Newman Lab
Cornell University
Ithaca, NY 14853 USA
Applications should include a cover letter, curriculum vita, a
publication list, and a detailed summary of research experience and
interests. Electronic submissions and inquiries may be addressed to
search-l...@cornell.edu.
Deadline for application is November 15, 2009. Starting date is
negotiable. Cornell is an equal opportunity employer.
