Dear colleagues, I would like to draw your attention to an open postdoctoral position in my laboratory. The DOE-funded position aims at unraveling how processive membrane-embedded glycosyltransferases synthesize, assemble and secrete polysaccharides.
Polysaccharides represent the most abundant biopolymers on earth and perform a wide range of biological functions. As non-templated biopolymers, polysaccharides can reach several thousand sugar units in length, yet, under certain conditions, are efficiently transported across biological membranes to form essential components of plant cell walls, the extracellular matrix or biofilms. We are employing structural and molecular biology techniques to unravel the mechanisms by which these polymers are translocated and deposited outside the cell. The successful candidate will join a multi-disciplinary and highly dedicated group. The laboratory is integrated into the Center for Membrane Biology at the University of Virginia (membranebiology.virginia.edu), which offers state-of-the-art resources including crystallization robotics, an electron microscopy core facility, NMR and EPR spectroscopy, SAXS and single molecule fluorescence microscopy. Applicants should have at least one first author peer-reviewed publication as well as experience in membrane protein expression in pro- and eukaryotic systems. An in-depth training in molecular biology and biophysics and the ability to work independently yet integrate well in a diverse group is important. Interested candidates should contact me directly for further information (jochen_zim...@virginia.edu). Sincerely, Jochen _____________________________________ The University of Virginia is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusiveness. Women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For Thomas Jefferson, learning was an integral part of life. The "academical village" was created around the assumption that learning is a lifelong and shared process, and that interaction between scholars and students enlivens the pursuit of knowledge. University Human Resources strives to identify applicants who will contribute as high potential employees, leaders and managers. We employ individuals who foster and promote the University mission and purpose. Successful candidates exemplify uncommon integrity; they are honest, trusted, team-oriented and live the core values of the University. These candidates display great judgment, by practicing evidence-based decision-making. They are strategically focused by contributing to and achieving department goals and vision. They set high performance standards and hold themselves accountable by aggressively executing these standards. These employees also develop a deep passion for the University and the impact it has on students, faculty, alumni and community. Successful candidates identify their personal career goals and development opportunities, and as supervisors, help their staff do the same. They contribute to team success by leading talent, through their individual efforts and by leading and developing their teams. _____________________________________ Jochen Zimmer, D. Phil. Assistant Professor Molecular Physiology and Biological Physics University of Virginia 480 Ray C. Hunt Dr. Charlottesville, VA 22908 Phone: 434 243 6506 http://people.virginia.edu/%7ejz3x/
