Postdoc Associate

We are looking for a Postdoctoral Associate to elucidate the structural biology of human membrane proteins and membrane protein complexes involved in epithelial cell/cell adhesion and intercellular transport. The candidate will use structural biology techniques such as X-ray crystallography, cryo-electron microscopy and tomography (cryo-EM, cryo-ET), and microcrystal electron diffraction (microED) to determine 3D structures of integral membrane proteins and their associated protein complexes. The Postdoctoral Scholar will be responsible for: The expression, purification, and structure determination of these membrane proteins and complexes, as well as the development of methods applied to this research. Other activities of the position include assisting with lab organization and operation. Training of students and other lab personnel. Grant and manuscript proposal development and writing. Learn more: Our benefits , where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life. About the University at Buffalo The University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is one of America’s leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo . As an Equal Opportunity / Aff Minimum Qualifications Ph.D. in structural biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, biophysics, or a related discipline. The candidate should also possess effective written, verbal, and listening skills. Preferred Qualifications 2+ years’ experience in membrane protein biochemistry, preparation and handling and 2+ years’ experience in one structural biology technique. Driving Requirements This position will never drive a university owned vehicle. Salary Range $50,000 - $55,000 Additional Salary Information The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate. Work Hours 40 hours per week Campus Downtown Campus Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * Please indicate your current employment affiliation with the University at Buffalo. Faculty Faculty Student Association (FSA) Research Foundation Employee State Classified State Professional UB Foundation TA/GA Student No Current Employment Affiliation * How did you first hear about this employment opportunity? AcademicKeys.com CareerExposure.com CareerWomen.com Chronicle of Higher Education DiversitySearch.com GoogleJobs.com HERCjobs.org HigherEdJobs.com IMDiversity.com Indeed.com LinkedIn.com MBACareers.com Conference Personal Referral UBJobs.buffalo.edu Other WNY Jobs * Are you a SUNY employee eligible for special consideration as a result of retrenchment? Yes No UB is an AA/EOE and welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Arrangements will be made if an applicant has a disability in order to provide access to the application, interview and selection process upon request. Reasonable accommodation requests must be made in a timely manner by email at View email address on click.appcast.io or by phone View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr