PostDoc Basel

Postdoctoral position in membrane protein structural biology with NMR A postdoctoral position is available in the group of Prof. Sebastian Hiller at the Biozentrum of the University Basel. We are studying structure, function and folding of integral membrane proteins and their complexes using solution and solid-state NMR, as well as complementary biophysical methods. Our projects generally address fundamental biological systems of high impact. The postdoctoral research project concerns the structure determination of a membrane protein complex using solution NMR as the main technique. Subsequently, the functioning of the protein complex and its interactions with substrates are characterized. An integral part of our projects is the use and development of state-of-the-art preparative, biochemical and NMR techniques. Interested candidates need a Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Biophysics, Structural or Molecular Biology or related fields. Expertise in at least one of the following areas is mandatory: NMR, protein biochemistry, membrane proteins, molecular biology. The successful candidate is highly motivated, creative and capable of independent research in a team environment. Communication skills in oral and written English are essential. The position and the research projects are long-term funded by the European Research Commission and the Swiss National Science Foundation. We offer an exciting and enthusiastic work environment with scientific collaborations in the institute and worldwide. The Biozentrum Basel is one of the leading biomedical research institutions in Switzerland and has recently been placed among the Top 10 international “Best Places to Work for Postdocs” by The Scientist magazine. Facilities for structural biology include 600, 700 and 800 MHz Bruker spectrometers equipped with cryogenic and magic angle spinning probes. Salary and benefits are attractive, following the guidelines of the Swiss National Science Foundation. The start date is available as of immediately or on mutual agreement. Applications and informal queries about the lab and research projects should be directed by email to Sebastian Hiller. Applications must include a letter of motivation summarizing current and future research interests, a CV, list of publications and contact information for at least two references. Prof. Sebastian Hiller SNSF Professor Biozentrum, University of Basel Klingelbergstrasse 50/70 4056 Basel, Switzerland http://www.biozentrum.unibas.ch/hiller/ Email: sebastian.hiller@unibas.ch

PhD/PostDoc Zürich

A PhD and a Postdoc position are available in the group of Oliver Zerbe in Zurich. You will be working on a collaborative and highly interdisciplinary effort to create repeat proteins that serve as binders to extended peptides. Participating groups on the campus are from the field of protein design, crystallography and computational (modelling) sciences. The project has entered its second phase and many highly interesting data have been already derived and much has been achieved already. Both the graduate student as well as the Postdoc will be working in biochemistry (protein expression and purification, in particular protein ligation techniques) and NMR spectroscopy/structure determination. Knowledge in protein structure determination by NMR and good biochemical skills are required for the Postdoc position. Candidates on this very interdisciplinary project will have access to state-of-the-art NMR facilities and biochemistry labs at the University of Zurich. Anyone with a strong interest in protein design and NMR is encouraged to apply. Positions are paid according to salaries from the Swiss National Science Foundation. Please provide a CV, a short description of your interests and the names and addresses of 2-3 references. Please feel free to contact me any time if you are interested. I will also be at the ICMRBS conference in Lyon and please talk to me there if you happen to be there and want to hear more about the project or our lab. Oliver Zerbe ______ University of Zurich Prof. Dr. Oliver Zerbe Institute of Organic Chemistry Winterturerstrasse 190 CH-8057 Zurich oliver.zerbe@oci.uzh.ch http://www.oci.uzh.ch/group.pages/zerbe/

Postdoc NMRFAM

The National Magnetic Resonance Facility at Madison (NMRFAM) has immediate openings for two postdoctoral research associates. Please visit the NMRFAM website www.nmrfam.wisc.edu for information about our instrumentation and research programs. (1) Structure determination by hybrid methods (NMR, SAXS, computation) The ideal candidate will be a recent PhD with experience in solution structure determination making use of data from NMR spectroscopy and small angle X-ray scattering (SAXS). This position will work with NMRFAM staff members developing technology and applying it to collaborative projects. (2) Metabolomics by NMR and MS The ideal candidate will have had extensive experience in LC-MS and NMR spectroscopy with applications to metabolomics. This position will develop technology and work on projects initiated by biomedical collaborators. Salary will be commensurate with the candidate's qualifications and experience at least at the NIH rate (http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/notice-files/NOT-OD-12-033.html). Applicants should send a cover letter (including the names and e-mail addresses of three mentors willing to provide letters of recommendation) and curriculum vitae to: Prof. John Markley NMRFAM Biochemistry Department University of Wisconsin-Madison 433 Babcock Drive Madison WI 53706 USA jmarkley@wisc.edu

Postdoc FSU

A postdoctoral position is available at Florida State University and the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory in the group of Rafael Brüschweiler to study the functional dynamics of Arginine Kinase and its interactions with various ligands. This NIH-funded research, which will primarily use solution NMR spectroscopy and computation, is a collaboration with the group of Michael Chapman at OHSU. FSU's Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry and the NHMFL provide a cross-disciplinary research environment with access to a 800 and a 700 solution NMR spectrometer equipped with cryogenic probes as well as to FSU's high-performance computing facility (http://www.hpc.fsu.edu/). Interested candidates with a background in biomolecular NMR spectroscopy and/or biomolecular computation should email their CV along with the names and contact information of 3 individuals who can be asked for a reference. Rafael Brüschweiler Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry and National High Magnetic Field Laboratory Florida State University Tallahassee, FL 32306 E-Mail: bruschweiler@magnet.fsu.ed Web: http://spin.magnet.fsu.edu Web server: http://spinportal.magnet.fsu.edu

Postdoc

Postdoctoral positions are available in the research group of Professor Josh Wand in the Department of Biochemistry & Biophysics and the Johnson Research Foundation of the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine. Located in Philadelphia, the University of Pennsylvania is a cosmopolitan center of advanced research across the spectrum of the life and physical sciences. Areas of current interest in the Wand laboratory are creative uses of high pressure NMR to explore protein structural cooperativity; NMR spectroscopy of encapsulated proteins dissolved in low viscosity fluids to examine protein hydration and hydration dependent dynamics; uses of reverse micelle encapsulation in structural biology especially membrane-anchored proteins; development and use of advanced NMR relaxation methods to illuminate the character of protein motion and to provide a dynamic proxy for conformational entropy in a variety of functional contexts such as ligand binding, catalysis and evolution; development of NMR data collection strategies and associated software particularly in the realm of sparse sampling; validation of molecular dynamics simulations. Extensive NMR instrumentation is available. See wandlab.org for additional information. Candidates should hold the Ph.D. degree or equivalent and have extensive experience in protein biophysics and/or NMR spectroscopy. Applicants should forward a c.v. and have two letters of reference sent directly to Professor Wand (wand@mail.med.upenn.edu). A. Joshua Wand, Ph.D. Benjamin Rush Professor of Biochemistry & Biophysics Department of Biochemistry & Biophysics University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine 905 Stellar Chance Laboratories 422 Curie Blvd Philadelphia, PA 19104-6059 telephone 215-573-7288 facsimile 215-573-7290 e-mail wand@mail.med.upenn.edu

Experimental Officer in Nuclear Magnetic Resonance

Experimental Officer in Nuclear Magnetic Resonance University of York - Department of Chemistry Ref: 2497 You will be responsible for the day-to-day operation primarily of the 700 MHz and 600 MHz instruments which are used for a wide variety of experiments supporting inorganic and organic chemistry, the development of hyperpolarisation methods and studies of proteins and carbohydrates. You will also provide training for users of the instruments where necessary and support the general research aims of the centre. You will require both excellent knowledge and practical experience of NMR spectroscopy of small molecules; knowledge and experience of experiments for studying proteins and other biomolecules would be an advantage. Salary will be within the range £29,249 - £30,122 per annum and the post is available immediately for a period of 3 years in the first instance. Closing date: 9 September 2012 For further information and to apply on-line, please visit our website: https://jobs.york.ac.uk The University of York is committed to promoting equality and diversity

Postdoc at DKFZ

Description:
The Cancer Drug Development group is seeking a postdoctoral NMR specialist to run and maintain two Bruker NMR instruments (400 and 600 MHz). A number of research groups within the DKFZ require these instruments with needs ranging from the complete spectral assignment of natural products and stereochemically complex small molecules to in situ reaction monitoring and kinetic measurements. You will be responsible for designing, performing, and analyzing the experiments necessary for these studies. We would like to expand our capabilities to be able to study the interactions of small molecules with protein targets of interest in the context of drug discovery research.

Your profile:
You are a motivated and creative individual with a PhD or related experience in NMR spectroscopy, including hardware maintenance and upkeep with Bruker instrumentation and software. You are well versed with a variety of multi-dimensional experiments and can use the data thereby obtained to solve the structures of complex unknowns. Experience in studying small-molecule/protein binding is a big plus. Ability to communicate clearly and supervise technical assistants. Your application should include a CV with publication list, two letters of reference, a summary of your recent work, and copies of your University certificates.

Duration: The position is limited until August 31, 2014.
Compensation/Financing: E13, Grant funding
Contact: Dr. Aubry Miller, phone 06221 42-3307, aubry.miller@dkfz.de

Ph D thesis in MRI velocimetry

Dear colleagues

the laboratoire Navier (Universite Paris Est, France) is offering a Ph D position
in the field of MRI velocimetry for rheo-NMR, available from September 2012.
We would be happy to consider the application of any of your motivated students.
Details and contacts:

https://docs.google.com/open?id=0B6DBIxdQKdLQZDJjNGJjZjAtYjhhMC00YWQzLWIwOTUtMDQwNWZmOTZiMDU4

With best regards

Stephane Rodts

Tenured researcher position

Dear colleagues

we would like to bring to your attention a tenured researcher position that is
available at Universite Paris Est, France, in the field of NMR and MRI for material
sciences. We are looking for someone who can contribute to our activities in the field
of MR applications to civil engineering and environmental sciences, with a wide flexibility
as to the nature of the main interests of the individual concerned. Details and contacts:

https://docs.google.com/open?id=0B6DBIxdQKdLQNDRiYWY5OTgtYjc0ZC00ZDU3LWE0YjAtOTAxZDYyYjRjOGY3

With best regards

S. Rodts

Postoctoral position in Structural Biology

UNIVERSITY OF OXFORD
DEPARTMENT OF BIOCHEMISTRY

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Structural Biology

We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research
Associate in the laboratory of Dr. Ioannis Vakonakis for studies of
proteins involved in centriole assembly. The successful candidate will
join a multidisciplinary collaboration between Oxford and the groups of
Prof. Pierre Gönczy (EPFL) and Dr. Michel Steinmetz (Paul Scherrer
Institute) in Switzerland. Recently, our joint efforts elucidated the
origins of centriolar 9-fold symmetry (Kitagawa, Vakonakis et
al.,Cell144, 364-375, 2011), a critical step in the centrosomal
duplication process that ensures genome stability in animals. We now
seek to build upon this breakthrough by studying the structure/function
relationship of centriolar components such as SAS-6, SAS-5, SAS-4,
ZYG-1, SPD-2 and others. The successful candidate will contribute to the
analysis of these targets using structural (crystallography, solution
NMR and/or small angle scattering) and biophysical methods.


Applicants should possess/be expected to obtain a PhD in natural
sciences and should have experience in aspects of the structural biology
pipeline, for example protein production and purification, NMR
spectroscopy or X-ray crystallography. Past experience with
complementary biophysical techniques (ITC, AUC, CD etc) and biomolecular
interactions is desirable. Previous familiarity with centriolar or
relevant biological systems would be an advantage but is not essential.


This full-time post is funded by the Biotechnology and Biological
Sciences Research Council (BBSRC)for up to three years in the first
instance and is based in the New Biochemistry building, South Parks
Road, Oxford. More information about our group can be found by clicking
on the link below:


http://www2.bioch.ox.ac.uk/~rrnmr


This position is graded on the University’s grade 7 scale, for which the
salary range is £29,099 - £35,788 per annum. The actual starting salary
offered will be based on qualifications and relevant skills acquired and
will also be determined by the funding available.


For further general information, phone (01865) 613204, quoting reference
number BR/493.


Applications for this vacancy are to be made online.


To apply for this role and for further details, including the job
description and selection criteria,

please click on the link below:

https://www.recruit.ox.ac.uk/pls/hrisliverecruit/erq_jobspec_version_4.jobspec?p_id=101979

The closing date for applications is Monday, 20thFebruary 2012. It is
envisioned that interviews for shortlisted candidates will take place
within approximately 10-14 days.

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