The Schaffitzel laboratory at the European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL)
Grenoble, France seeks to recruit outstanding postdoctoral scientists in
structural biology. We study the structure and function of large macromolecular
complexes in gene expression. The project involves structure determination by
single-particle cryo-electron microscopy of large multicomponent complexes
produced in insect cells (MultiBac technology, collaboration with Imre Berger),
their purification and biophysical and biochemical characterization.
http://www.embl.fr/research/unit/schaffitzel/index.html
The positions require a Ph.D. in biochemistry, structural biology or a related
field. Outstanding applicants have experience in guiding structure
determination projects from start to finish, experience in electron microscopy
would be advantageous. Candidates are highly motivated individuals who enjoy
working as part of a young, dynamic, collaborative and multidisciplinary team.
The laboratory is well-situated in a structural biology environment at the
Polygone Scientifique in Grenoble. We are equipped with a state-of-the-art
electron microscope (Polara, FEI). Access to modern biophysical instrumentation
(analytical ultracentrifugation, surface plasmon resonance, dynamic light
scattering, isothermal calorimetry, CD and fluorescence spectrometers) is
provided.
The positions are available from January 2012 and funded for 3 years. Contracts
may be extended depending on performance.
Please send your CV, a statement of research interests, and names (including
email address) of at least two referees by email to Dr. Christiane Schaffitzel
(schaffit...@embl.fr). Applications will be accepted until the positions are
filled.
