Postdoctoral Researcher (Letts Lab 2024)

The Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology at the University of California, Davis invites applications for one Postdoctoral Researcher in biochemistry and structural biology.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

A postdoctoral scholar position is available immediately in the lab of Dr. James Letts in the Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology at UC Davis. The successful candidate will lead independent research projects focused on understanding the structure and molecular mechanism of plant mitochondrial respiratory complexes and supercomplexes using single particle cryo-EM as a major approach. Projects will entail organelle isolation, membrane protein purification and reconstitution, biochemical, biophysical, structural and spectroscopic assays and experiments.

Responsibilities:

Research (90%)

* Design and carry out experiments using techniques including membrane protein purification, membrane protein reconstitution, activity assays and single particle cryogenic electron microscopy.

* Collect, analyze, and present data in group meetings and external conferences.

* Maintain detailed experimental records and notes.

* Work with the Principal investigator to prepare high-quality peer-reviewed manuscripts and grant submissions to pursue funding opportunities.

* Provide peer review and feedback on manuscripts and grants.

Lab management (10%)

* Provide technical support and mentoring for junior researchers.

* Maintain lab stocks and databases.

* Contribute to lab maintenance and organization.

CLOSING DATE: For full consideration applications should be received by May 21, 2024. *recruitment will remain open until position filled.

TERM OF APPOINTMENT: Initial appointment will be 100% (full time) for two-years, with renewal depending on performance.

QUESTIONS: Please direct questions to James Letts, jaletts@ucdavis.edu

TO APPLY: Qualified applicants should upload a cover letter, a research statement describing their research experience and skills, and a curriculum vitae. Documents must be submitted as PDF files. Applicants should also provide contact information for three references.

Apply via this URL: https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF06484

Graduate degree (PhD or equivalent) in biochemistry, biophysics, or structural biology with demonstrated expertise in structural biology. Candidate must have experience in protein purification. Candidate also must be able to keep a complete and detailed laboratory notebook of experimental procedures and data and to archive and document reagents and data for publications, grant proposals, and presentations. Strong organizational and planning skills are a must. Prior experiences with structural biology, the characterization membrane proteins or protein complexes are preferred. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal, communication, and decision-making skills and the ability to work well both independently and as a part of a team.

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