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Postdoctoral Research Scientist Position
Department of Genetics and Genomic Sciences Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Are you passionate about unraveling the mysteries of proteins and their roles in diseases like Alzheimers and cancer Dr.Wei Wangs lab at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai is seeking motivatedPostdoctoral Research Scientiststo dive into groundbreaking structural biology research. Gain handson experience with cuttingedge techniques likecryoEMandXray crystallographyin a collaborative environment. This is an incredible opportunity for recent graduates to enhance their skills and contribute to highimpact projects.
Ready to make a difference Apply now and be a part of our team!
Responsibilities
Position Summary:
As a Postdoctoral Research Scientist you will contribute to the investigation of the structure and dynamics of diseaserelated proteins using singleparticle cryoEM Xray diffraction and molecular simulations. You will also participate in structureassisted drug design in collaboration with computational scientists. This role offers the opportunity to join a multidisciplinary team dedicated to advancing timeresolved structural biology techniques to understand and manipulate the structure function and dynamics of drug targets.
Key Responsibilities:
- Employ structural biology techniques to study and understand the structure function and dynamics of diseaserelated proteins and proteinligand complexes.
- Contribute to structureassisted drug design.
- Perform molecular dynamics simulations and QM/MM calculations.
- Publish research findings in peerreviewed journals and present results at national and international conferences.
- Mentor graduate and undergraduate students.
- Contribute to grant proposals and progress reports.
What We Offer:
- Comprehensive training in structural biology techniques such as cryoEM and protein crystallization.
- An opportunity to contribute to highimpact research projects in the fields of neurodegenerative diseases and oncology.
- A supportive environment for skill development and career growth.
- Mentorship from senior lab members and access to stateoftheart research facilities.
Qualifications
How to apply:
Please submit a single PDF containing your cover letter curriculum vitae and a list of publications when applying for this position. In your cover letter briefly describe your research experience career goals and how your expertise aligns with this position. Additionally include contact information for at least two references. Applications should be emailed to <> with your full name and the job position title in the subject line. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and selected candidates will be required to provide at least two confidential letters of reference.
Please read following information about this opportunity to learn more.
Required Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in structural biology biochemistry biophysics or related fields such as chemistry physical chemistry or biological structure research completed within the last three years.
- Proficiency in protein expression and purification in eukaryotic and prokaryotic systems.
- Experience in singleparticle cryoEM or crystallization (or both) including structure determination and analysis of proteinligand complexes.
- Ability to interact effectively with research staff at all levels and work within a multidisciplinary team.
- Good interpersonal communication and presentation skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience and knowledge in structurebased drug design.
- Proficiency in Python programming and its applications in structural biology.
- Experience with other biophysical characterization methods.
- A record of productive and creative research demonstrated by publications in peerreviewed journals and presentations at scientific conferences.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to perform experiments while seated or standing for extended periods.
- Dexterity to manipulate small laboratory tools and reagents.
- Occasionally involves light physical effort such as moving laboratory equipment or handling reagents.
816 Genetics/Genomic Sci ISM Icahn School of Medicine
Employment Type
Full-Time
