Dear all --
Just a short reminder that we are looking for talented and motivated
persons to apply for the following post-doctoral position. The
deadline is coming closer now !
I would like to add as well that knowledge of Japanese is not a
requirement (although the successful candidate might enjoy eating
sushi...).
Kind regards.
-- Leo --
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Post-doctoral position. Structural Biology Research Center, Tsukuba,
Japan
[Closing date]
All documents should arrive at the latest on the 29th of January 2010.
[Job description]
The Structural Biology Research Center offers a state of the art
international and stimulating environment for research in a multi-
disciplinary framework. Notably, molecular structural biology
research in the field of intracellular transport and
posttranslational modification including ubiquitylation is vigorously
pursued and tightly linked with development and operation of
synchrotron protein crystallography beamlines at the Photon Factory.
We are looking for an enthusiastic post-doctoral fellow to work on
proteins involved in intracellular transport and posttranslational
modification processes. Some of the recent publications on the
relevant research areas include:
• Rahighi S, Ikeda F, Kawasaki M et al. (2009) Specific recognition
of linear ubiquitin chains by NEMO is important for NF-kappaB
activation. Cell 136:1098-1109
• Dikic I, Wakatsuki S, Walters KJ (2009) Ubiquitin-binding domains -
from structures to functions. Nat Rev Mol Cell Biol 10:659-671
• Chavas LM, Ihara K, Kawasaki M et al (2008) Elucidation of Rab27
recruitment by its effectors: structure of Rab27a bound to Exophilin4/
Slp2-a. Structure. 16:1468-77
• Kudo N, Kimagai K, Tomishige N et al. (2008) Structural basis for
specific lipid recognition by CERT responsible for nonvesicular
trafficking of ceramide. Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A. 105:488-93
• Hirano S, Suzuki N, Slagsvold T et al. (2006) Structural basis of
ubiquitin recognition by mammalian Eap45 GLUE domain. Nat Struc Mol
Biol. 13:1031-2
More information can be obtained on the following website: http://
pfweis.kek.jp/eng/index.html.
[Qualifications and Experience]
Motivated applicants should have a Ph.D. in a relevant field. Working
experience in molecular biology and biochemistry is required.
Previous experience with large-scale protein expression,
purification, crystallization, structure determination, and structure
analysis will be considered advantageous. Experience in the field of
intracellular transport or posttranslational modifications would be a
plus.
[Contract]
The contract will be issued on a yearly basis with possible
extensions. The future employee will benefit from the social
insurance, travel allowance and assistance with housing in accordance
with the institute restrictions.
[Start of the contract]
Ideally, the contract will start from April 2010. Nevertheless, the
exact starting date stays open to discussion with the candidate.
[Applications]
To apply, please send a cover letter, CV (in English) with a summary
of your previous work and research skills (A4, 1-2 sheets), reprints
of your key papers, your research aspirations (A4, 1-2 sheets), and
the contact information of two professional references. When
possible, the required documents should be submitted by e-mail.
[Inquiries and contact information]
When possible, the candidates should apply by e-mail. Please address
all communications to Mrs. Ishikawa Gin (gin.ishik...@kek.jp).
Prof. Soichi Wakatsuki
Structural Biology Research Center,
Photon Factory, Institute of Materials Structure Science,
High Energy Accelerator Research Organization (KEK).
1-1 Oho, Tsukuba, Ibaraki, 305-0801, Japan.
Tel: +81-(0)29-879-6178 - Fax: +81-(0)29-879-6179
e-mail: soichi.wakats...@kek.jp
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Chavas Leonard, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
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Structural Biology Research Center
Photon Factory
High Energy Research Organization (KEK)
305-0801 Tsukuba Oho 1-1
Japan
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Tel: +81(0)29-864-5642 (4901)
Fax: +81(0)29-864-2801
e-mail: leonard.cha...@kek.jp
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Science Advisory Board (BIT Life Sciences)
Editorial Board (JAA)
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