Donnerstag, 19. März 2009

Postdoctoral Research Associate Biomolecular NMR Hamilton College

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Biomolecular NMR at Hamilton College

Hamilton College is seeking applications for a postdoctoral research associate in chemistry starting as soon as possible. Responsibilities include research on membrane-active peptides using NMR and other biophysical techniques. Required qualifications include a Ph.D. in chemistry, biochemistry, biophysics, or related field and experience with protein purification and biomolecular solution and/or solid-state NMR spectroscopy. A commitment to supervising undergraduate research projects is preferred. Experience with protein expression is desirable. Opportunities exist for mentored teaching.

The department of chemistry, which is hosted in a new state-of-the-art facility, is equipped with a Bruker 500 MHz spectrometer. Further information about Hamilton and the department can be found at http://www.chem.hamilton.edu/. This is a full-time, one -year position with possibility to extend to two years. Annual full-time salary range is $36,000-39,000. Please send curriculum vitae and two related publications, and arrange for two letters of recommendation to be sent to: Myriam Cotten, Associate Professor, Hamilton College, 198 College Hill Rd, Clinton, NY 13323. Hamilton College (www.hamilton.edu) is a residential liberal arts college located in the Mohawk Valley of upstate New York; for applicants with dual-career considerations, Hamilton participates in the regional Higher Education Recruitment Consortium, which posts additional area employment opportunities at www.upstatenyherc.org. Hamilton College is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity in all areas of the campus community. Hamilton provides domestic partner benefits. Candidates from underrepresented groups in higher education are especially encouraged to apply.

Myriam Cotten
Associate Professor of Chemistry
Department of Chemistry
Hamilton College
198 College Hill Road
Clinton NY 13323
Email: mcotten@hamilton.edu
Phone: (315) 859-4243
Fax: (315) 859-4807