Postdoctoral research position at the University of Edinburgh

From: Ken Sawin
Date: 28 June 2012 14:42

Postdoctoral Research Associate--Biochemistry and Structural Biology of Microtubule Nucleation

A post-doctoral position is available in Dr. Ken Sawin's laboratory, in the Wellcome Trust Centre for Cell Biology, University of Edinburgh, UK to study the molecular mechanisms of microtubule nucleation. The project will involve in vitro functional reconstitution and structural analysis of the fission yeast gamma-tubulin complex and the associated Mto1/2 complex, using purified/recombinant proteins and protein complexes.

Applicants should have a PhD, or will shortly obtain a PhD, and a strong background in protein purification, as demonstrated by publications. Internal motivation, enthusiasm and communication skills are essential, as is the desire to learn new methods (e.g., single-molecule EM, mass spectrometry). A background in cytoskeleton and/or structural biology is helpful but not essential. Although the laboratory works primarily with fission yeast, a background in yeast cell biology or genetics is not important for this position.  This post may be ideal for someone who has gained protein biochemistry experience via a PhD in crystallography but wants to broaden his/her perspective in cell biology.  Our preliminary data suggest that this will be both an exciting and complex project!

 

To apply, visit www.jobs.ed.ac.uk and enter vacancy reference number 3015902. More details about the position and the materials required for submitting an application can then be found by clicking on "further information" on the resulting webpage.

 

Informal enquiries about the position and research in the laboratory can be made to me at  ken.sawinATed.ac.uk.  But please note that any formal application must be made via the University website. Applications received after the deadline (8 August 2012) may or may not be considered. Further information about the Wellcome Trust Centre for Cell Biology can be found at http://www.wcb.ed.ac.uk.

Ken

Kenneth E. Sawin, Ph.D.

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