Lecturer in Structural Biology (A618-07L)
School of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Science
The School of Biological Sciences invites applications for a tenured
position as Lecturer in the area of Structural Biology
Location Auckland
Term of Contract Permanent
Closing Date 15 September 2007
Position Overview Applications are invited for a tenured position as
Lecturer in Structural Biology. Applicants should have state-of-the-art
skills and a publication record in structural biology, preferably in
X-ray crystallography. The School of Biological Sciences hosts a modern
fully equipped X-ray crystallography laboratory, including
crystallization robotics, as well as facilities for cryo-electron
microscopy, access to high-field NMR, and access to synchrotron data
collection.
The Structural Biology laboratory is also part of the Maurice Wilkins
Centre for Molecular Biodiscovery, a national Centre of Research
Excellence (www.mauricewilkinscentre.org). This offers collaborative
opportunities in proteomics, cell biology and immunology, medicinal and
synthetic chemistry and advanced biological modelling.
The appointee is expected to develop an internationally competitive
research programme in structural biology, able to attract external
research funding and graduate students. Collaboration with other staff
is encouraged, and the appointee is also expected to participate in the
School?s undergraduate and graduate teaching programmes.
The School of Biological Sciences currently employs 180 staff and
supervises 120 PhD students. The School has modern laboratories and
operates state-of-the-art equipment centres for genomics, proteomics,
mass spectrometry and molecular structure determination (see SBS web
site: http://www.sbs.auckland.ac.nz/). The University is situated in
the heart of Auckland, a modern lively city with a beautiful harbour
and beaches, a warm climate and easy access to many outdoor activities.
Job Description Purpose Statement To undertake high quality teaching
and research in the School
Responsible To Director of the School
Key Accountability Areas TEACHING
Undertake undergraduate and postgraduate teaching as required by the Director.
Supervise and assess student work.
RESEARCH
Initiate and undertake research in your area of expertise.
Submit research-funding applications to appropriate bodies.
Disseminate knowledge through scholarly research activities and publications.
Participate in conferences to advance research interests.
Supervise graduate students? research.
Work collaboratively with colleagues.
ADMINISTRATION
Undertake administration of paper(s).
Participate in University/School committees.
Adhere to the rules and regulations of the University.
Comply with the University?s obligation regarding equal employment
opportunities and the Treaty of Waitangi.
Person Specification Qualifications PhD
Experience Candidates must have experience as a postdoctoral
researcher in structural biology and must have published in refereed
international journals.
Attributes and Skills Candidates must have a robust knowledge of
modern molecular techniques applicable to structure research. They must
be experienced in the technical and computational aspects of protein
structure determination.
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