3 Postdoc Fellowships: Structural Biology and Drug Development 1043 views

The Centre for Molecular Medicine Norway (NCMM) at University of Oslo invites applications for 03 postdoctoral positions in the Group of Structural Biology and Drug Development (Luecke group).

Duration: 03 years, extendable

About the positions:

• The Group for Structural Biology and Drug Development investigates medically relevant proteins and protein complexes using biophysical, biochemical and structural approaches.
• The positions are available immediately.
• Applicant must be highly motivated individuals with an excellent track record and experience in protein purification and biophysical and biochemical characterization of proteins and protein complexes, preferably including membrane proteins.
• Knowledge of one or more structural biology technique (x-ray crystallography, cryo electron microscopy or NMR) is required.
• Postdoctoral fellows will be supported in developing their own research area on their path to independence.

Requirements:

• Applicant must hold PhD degree in Biochemistry, Biophysics, Chemistry, or a related area
• Applicant must have hands-on experience with extraction and purification of proteins and assembly of protein complexes (membrane protein experience preferred)
• Applicant must be able to independently perform experiments, analyze and interpret results and documented ability to write scientific manuscripts (one or more first author papers from Ph.D. and postdoctoral studies will be highly valued)
• Applicant must possess excellent English interpersonal, communication and writing skills

Applications:

Apply via job portal and application must include:

• Cover Letter stating motivation and research interests
• A detailed C.V.
• A complete list of scientific publications with brief statement of candidate contribution
• List of references (name, institution, e-mail, telephone number and relation to candidate)