Research Associate in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Michigan State University College of Natural Science
United States

Position Summary

The Kaguni lab at Michigan State University seeks a talented and highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to determine the cryo-EM structure of a protein-DNA complex formed in the process of replication initiation using Escherichia coli as a model system (https://bmb.natsci.msu.edu/faculty/jon-m-kaguni/current-research/). The individual will also obtain training in nucleic acid enzymology, and molecular genetics. The postdoc is expected to participate in seminars, journal clubs, weekly lab meetings, and prepare and submit manuscripts to peer-reviewed journals.

Applicants should have received a Ph.D. in biochemistry, structural biology, chemistry or related science field within the last five years and should have extensive experience in protein purification and biochemical characterization. Expertise in nucleic acids, protein biochemistry, and recombinant DNA techniques is highly desirable. The candidate should have excellent communication skills, and be comfortable working collaboratively with other lab members. The individual will receive a competitive salary with benefits and work in an excellent environment.

Support for this position is from funds from the National Science Foundation.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Doctorate -Biochemistry, Structural Biology, Chemistry

Minimum Requirements

Ph.D. in biochemistry, structural biology, chemistry or related science field within the last five years.

Experience in protein purification and biochemical characterization.

Desired Qualifications

Expertise in nucleic acids, protein biochemistry, and recombinant DNA techniques is highly desirable.

Required Application Materials

CV

Cover letter summarizing research experience and research interests

Names and contact information for three references

Together-we-will Statement

Special Instructions

In additional to submitting application materials in the MSU Careers portal, qualified applicants should submit a CV, a cover letter summarizing research experience and research interests, and the names of three references to Dr. Jon M. Kaguni (kaguni@msu.edu). Applications will be reviewed upon receipt. The start date for the position is early 2023.

Review of Applications Begins On

01/20/2023

Website

https://bmb.natsci.msu.edu/faculty/jon-m-kaguni/current-research/

MSU Statement

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