5 Post Doctoral & 3 Research Assistant Positions in Structural Biology
The Center for Structural Molecular Biology (CSMB) (http://www.csmb.ornl.gov) and the Spallation Neutron Source (SNS) of Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) (http://www.ornl.gov) has immediate openings for five Post Doctoral Research Associates and three Research Assistants. Applications are sought from highly creative and motivated individuals who will join interdisciplinary teams to work in the following areas: Post Doctoral Research Associate: Protein Structure, Function and Dynamics We seek a Biophysicist, Physicist or Chemist to work on the high-resolution X-ray and neutron analysis of protein structure and dynamics. The successful candidate will have experience in all aspects of experimental protein crystallography, especially high-resolution analysis and computational modeling. Experience in molecular dynamics simulation would be an asset. Contact: Dr. Dean Myles, email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> ; Dr. Pratul Agarwal, email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Post Doctoral Research Associate: Bio-inspired Membrane Systems. We seek a Biophysicist/Physicist interested in the interactions of bio-molecules with natural membranes and synthetic bio-inspired membrane systems for solar energy applications. Previous X-ray or neutron scattering techniques are highly desirable. Contact: Dr. Hugh O'Neill, email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Post Doctoral Research Associate: Virus Structure and Function. We seek a Biophysicist/Biochemist or Physicist to work on Small Angle Neutron Scattering (SANS) and neutron reflectivity analysis of virus structure and function. The candidate should be proficient in conducting all aspects of experimental scattering and analysis, data reduction and modeling. Previous work in either neutron or X-ray scattering is desirable. Contacts: Dr. Flora Meilleur, email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> ; Dr. Dennis Brown (North Carolina State University), email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Post Doctoral Research Associate: Biopolymer Structure We seek a Biophysicist, Physicist or Physical Chemist to work on the X-ray and neutron analysis of hierarchical structure in lignocellulosic materials. Lignocellulose holds great potential as a future source of bio-fuel. The successful candidate should demonstrate skills in experimental research, with strong emphasis on mathematical or computational data analysis. Contact: Dr. Volker Urban, email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Post Doctoral Research Associate: Molecular Computational Modeling. We seek a Biophysicist, Physicist, Chemist or Computational Scientist with experience in applying computational methods to the study of biological macromolecules and software development in C/C++ or another high-level language. Experience in X-ray or neutron scattering or protein crystallography is desirable, but not required. The research will entail developing computational methods for building models of macromolecular complexes that combine small-angle X-ray and neutron scattering with data from other experimental methods including NMR, mutagenesis and various spectroscopies. Contact: Dr. William Heller, email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Three Research Assistants in Molecular Biology and Protein Chemistry In addition, we have openings for up to three Research Assistants to work on expression, purification and crystallization of recombinant proteins from bacterial and eukaryotic sources. M.S. or B.S. in biochemistry, molecular biology or a related discipline is required. Contact: Dr. Dean Myles, email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> How to Apply: Qualified applicants may apply online at https://www2.orau.gov/ORNL_POST/. AlL applicants will need to register before they can begin the online application. All applications must be received by December 20, 2007. For complete instructions, on how to apply, please see the instructions at http://www.orau.gov/orise/edu/ornl/ornl-pdpm/application.htm <http://www.orau.gov/orise/edu/ornl/ornl-pdpm/application.htm> . When applying for this position, please reference the position title and number. This appointment is offered through the ORNL Postdoctoral Research Associates Program and is administered by Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU). This appointment is open to all qualified U.S. and non-U.S. citizens without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam-era veteran or disabled veteran. Dean Myles Center for Structural Molecular Biology Oak Ridge National Laboratory PO Box 2008; MS-6142 Oak Ridge, TN 37831 Phone: 865-574-5662 Fax: 865-574-8363
